Disney Channel and Disney+ are moving forward with an adaptation of the Artemis Fowl book franchise.
Eoin Colfer will EP the animated adaptation as he marks the 25th anniversary of the release of the first book. Other EPs on board are Ben Juwono and Colleen Evanson.
“For more than two decades, Eoin Colfer’s Artemis Fowl books have captivated readers around the world with unforgettable characters, imaginative world-building, and gripping adventures,” said Ayo Davis, president of Disney Kids & Family. “Bringing this beloved franchise to life as an animated series gives us the opportunity to introduce a new generation to Artemis’ world while honoring the longtime fans who have cherished these stories for years.”
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Colfer said, “I am proud and delighted to be part of the formidable team that is putting the Artemis Fowl animation on screen. Everyone is so talented and so positive that I feel certain the fairy world is in excellent hands.”
The book franchise has sold 35 million copies worldwide and been translated in 48 languages.
