Celebrated British children's book The Tiger that Came to Tea "is heading to television after Lupus Films and HarperCollins Children's Books struck a deal to produce an animated special marking the 50th anniversary of Judith Kerr's book," Deadline reported.
The Tiger that Came to Tea has sold more than five million copies since it was first published in 1968. The adaptation will be produced by Lupus Films' founders Camilla Deakin and Ruth Fielding, along with Ann-Janine Murtagh, Katie Fulford and Mia Jupp at HarperCollins Children's Books.
"We are thrilled that HarperCollins has chosen to work with Lupus Films on this very special project," Deakin said. "It is an honor to be adapting such an iconic children's book in its landmark anniversary year and we will do our very best to capture the charm and magic of the original book to create a timeless film for children and family audiences."
Murtagh, executive publisher, HarperCollins Children's Books, commented, "Quality and authenticity is paramount to our success and it is fantastic to be partnering with Lupus Films who share this vision and have created some of the most treasured animated films of recent years. We are incredibly proud to publish Judith Kerr and how wonderful to be bringing her iconic picture book to life for television whilst we celebrate the golden anniversary year of The Tiger Who Came to Tea."