Young fans of the legendary cat-and-mouse duo, buckle up! Warner Bros. Pictures Animation is bringing back Tom and Jerry for a brand-new animated feature, and this time, they've enlisted some of Hollywood's finest talents to ensure it's a hit.
- December 13, 2024
AceShowbiz - It's official: The beloved animated characters Tom & Jerry are making a grand return to the big screen. Warner Bros. Pictures Animation is gearing up for a fresh take on this iconic duo, with Rashida Jones is set to co-write the new feature.
Stepping away from the hybrid format of the 2021 film directed by Tim Story, this latest iteration promises to bring a different kind of magic to audiences - though the plot details remain tightly under wraps.
Rashida Jones, known globally for her comedic roles in "The Office" and "Parks and Recreation", has been immersed in a variety of creative projects over recent years, including the development of "Toy Story 4" and "The Other Black Girl".
Joining her on the writing team is Will McCormack, who previously collaborated with Jones on Pixar's "Toy Story 4", and Michael Govier. McCormack and Govier's credentials include winning an Oscar for the animated short film "If Anything Happens I Love You", which was released on Netflix in 2020.
From their inception in 1940 by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera at MGM, "Tom & Jerry" have been fixtures of animated comedy, with 114 shorts that snagged 7 Oscars to their name. This dynamic duo has influenced numerous cartoons over the years, even inspiring elements in "The Simpsons". Despite criticisms of its sometimes-violent antics, the series remains a beloved part of animation history.
The previous movie, which came out in 2021, saw filmmaker Tim Story, known for his work on the "Fantastic Four" adaptations, bring Tom & Jerry into a live-action/animation hybrid format. Starring Chloe Grace Moretz and Michael Pena, the film chronicled the animated duo's effects on the life of a young woman named Kayla in her quest for a new job.
Warner Bros. is not stopping at Tom & Jerry; the studio is expanding its animation slate with projects like a new version of "The Cat in the Hat", along with "Bad Fairies" and "Margie Claus". With such a robust lineup, the studio is set to captivate audiences with a wide array of animated stories.
The exact release date for the upcoming "Tom & Jerry" movie has yet to be announced. However, with the creative prowess behind this new feature, fans have plenty to be excited about. As Rashida Jones, Will McCormack, and Michael Govier take the reins, the future looks bright for one of animation's most enduring duos.
