Harold and the Purple Crayon is an upcoming live-action/animated adventure
comedy film based on the beloved children's book of the same name by Crockett
Johnson. The film is directed by Carlos Saldanha (Ice Age: Continental Drift,
Rio, Rio 2) and written by David Guion and Michael Handelman (Kung Fu Panda,
Planes, Boss Baby), with a story by John Battsek, Peggy Holmes, and Clay Weiner.
The film stars Zachary Levi (Shazam!, Chuck, Tangled), Zoey Deschanel (New Girl,
500 Days of Summer, Elf), Lil Rel Howery (Get Out, Bird Box, Judas and the Black
Messiah), Camille Guaty (Scorpion, So You Think You Can Dance, Trapped), and
Tanya Reynolds (Save the Date, Deadpool 2, Gemini Man).
Harold and the Purple Crayon follows the story of Harold, a young boy with a boundless imagination and a trusty purple crayon. With just a few strokes of his crayon, Harold can bring anything to life, from towering trees and vast oceans to friendly animals and fantastical creatures. When Harold's imagination takes him on an adventure beyond the pages of his book, he must learn to navigate the real world while using his creativity to solve problems and make new friends.
Harold and the Purple Crayon is a heartwarming and visually stunning film that celebrates the power of imagination and the importance of staying true to oneself. The film's animation is both whimsical and realistic, and the voice cast is top-notch. Zachary Levi is perfect as the voice of Harold, and he captures the character's sense of wonder and excitement perfectly. Zoey Deschanel is also great as Harold's mother, and she brings a warmth and humor to the role.
Harold and the Purple Crayon is a must-see film for children and adults alike. It's a fun, heartwarming, and inspiring story that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
Here are some additional details about the film that you may find interesting:
The film is produced by John Davis, p.g.a. (Doctor Strange, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Jungle Cruise) and Brad Weston, p.g.a. (La La Land, The Martian, Knives Out).
The film is executive produced by Jeremy Stein, Jenny Hinkey, and Luke Kelly-Clyne.
The film's music is composed by Henry Jackman (X-Men: First Class, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Kingsman: The Secret Service).
The film is produced by Columbia Pictures in association with producer John Davis through Davis Entertainment.
The film is scheduled to be released in the United States by Sony Pictures Releasing on August 2, 2024, in standard and IMAX formats.