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Distributed by | Warner Bros. (Europe) Viva Kids (North America) |
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Grand Prix of Europe is an upcoming 2025 animated sports comedy film directed by Waldemar Fast. The film stars an ensemble cast including Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Gemma Arterton, Hayley Atwell, and Lenny Henry.
Produced by Mack Magic and Timeless Films, the film is scheduled for a mid-2025 release in theaters.
The film was announced in July 2024 as the film will coincide with the 50-year anniversary of the German theme park Europa-Park and its real-life mascot counterparts, Edda and Ed Euromous, in 2025. [1] Waldemar Fast will be directing the film from a script by Kirstie Falkous, Jeffrey Hylton and John T. Reynolds. [2] Producer Michael Mack stated that the film will be "the first in a family-friendly franchise". [2]
Viva Pictures will distribute the film in North America, under their Viva Kids label. [3]
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