Channing Tatum to Star in Adaptation of His Children's Book THE ONE AND ONLY SPARKELLA
Channing Tatum (Magic Mike, The Lost City) is set to star in the adaptation of his children’s book, The One and Only Sparkella. Tatum will star in the live-action movie, which has not yet settled on its title. Per the official logline, the story will “take on the magic of Sparkella that sees a father and his daughter fall headlong into the infinitely surprising world of her imagination.” There’s no word on who will play Tatum’s character’s daughter, a little girl who loves all things glitter.
Tatum’s book, described as “a charming ode to self-esteem and father-daughter love,” was released in May 2021 and debuted at No. 1 on the New York Times best-seller list. It was the first of a three-book deal with Feiwel and Friends. A sequel, The One and Only Sparkella Makes a Plan, is publishing on May 31, 2022.
Pamela Ribon (Moana, Ralph Breaks the Internet) is adapting the book for the screen, and the project is still looking for a director. In addition to starring in the film, Tatum will serve as a producer through his company Free Association.
This sounds like a cute story, and it seems like it will be a fun family film for everyone to enjoy.
via: Variety