The cuddly troll family known as the Moomins , who are the basis for many books, comic strips, and TV shows, including the 2019 series Moominvalley , are now getting an American movie adaptation, a first for the franchise. Originally created by Finnish artist and writer Tove Jansson during World War II, the Moomins are a family of trolls who live in a valley of magical adventures.

Variety has reported today (October 6) that iconic Steven Universe creator Rebecca Sugar is now writing and directing an animated feature film about the Moomins, with an unknown release date. Moomin Characters is partnering with Annapurna Animation (2023's Nimona ) to develop the film, with Julia Pistor attached as producer.

Moomin Characters CEO Roleff Kråkström said in a statement:

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