'Thisby Thestoop' is set to hit the big screen. Warner Bros. Pictures Animation is working on adapting Zac Gorman's fantasy book series.
The project was pitched by writers Steve Desmond and Michael Sherman, whose dynamic idea impressed the studio.
The story centers on a young heroine who serves as the gamekeeper of a massive dungeon filled with creatures. She embarks on an adventure full of fantasy and humor.
Gorman's books were recognized as a finalist in the 2018 Cybils Awards and nominated for the 2021 Sasquatch Book Award. Judges praised their wit and memorable characters.
Before writing the books, Gorman worked as a storyboard artist on the classic series 'Over the Garden Wall'.
Desmond and Sherman also adapted Paul Tremblay's novel 'The Cabin at the End of the World'. Their scripts often land on the Black List of best unproduced works.
- The film is based on the first book in the series
- The book's characters received high praise from critics
- The project is in development at Warner Bros.
Official digest
- 'Thisby Thestoop' is being developed by Warner Bros. Pictures Animation.
- Writers: Steve Desmond and Michael Sherman.
- The story is based on the first book in Zac Gorman's series.