Everything We Know About the BOB THE BUILDER Movie
By Movieguide® Contributor
Beloved children’s show character Bob the Builder is finally making his way to the big screen — here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming movie.
BOB THE BUILDER was announced in January this year, with TWISTERS star Anthony Ramos voicing Bob. Jennifer Lopez has signed on to produce the project, while Felipe Vargas is set to write the script.
“When Roberto ‘Bob’ travels to the enchanting Island of Puerto Rico for a major construction job, he takes on issues affecting the island and digs deeper into what it means to build,” a synopsis of the movie reads.
Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, one of the producers, told Variety, “The show’s ability to promote positive thinking, problem-solving and empowerment with a completely original story set in Puerto Rico puts a new spin on a beloved brand. We can’t wait for new and existing fans to connect with these amazing characters.”
Ramos has also shared his excitement for the project, saying, “For years, BOB THE BUILDER’s characters have inspired young people around the world. I’m proud to partner with Mattel Films, ShadowMachine, Nuyorican Productions and Felipe Vargas to bring this important message to the big screen, adding elements of life that are inspired by my own.”
“A movie about friends working together, a celebration of a beautiful home they share, and how love can help to conquer any obstacle in your way,” his statement continued. “Can we fix it? Yes, we can!”
Ramos will also produce the movie.
“Proud to be working with the family at @mattel and stepping into the producing chair with @jlo on this one,” the actor posted on Instagram. “Thank you @mattel and @shadowmachine_official – Grateful for what we’re building.”
No release date for the movie has been set yet.
Movieguide® previously reported on BOB THE BUILDER:
Mattel is working on a BOB THE BUILDER movie starring Anthony Ramos and Jennifer Lopez.
Ramos will star as Bob alongside Lopez. The movie will be produced by Alex Bulkley and Corey Campodonico from ShadowMachine, who worked on Guillermo del Toro’s PINOCCHIO. Felipe Vargas is set to write the screenplay.
“Pairing Anthony and Felipe’s genius vision for the story will capture this beloved character in a manner that audiences who grew up with Bob will recognize, and all-new audiences will enjoy,” added Robbie Brenner, President of Mattel Films.
In recent years, Mattel has teased fans with plans to bring a variety of its most famous IPs to the big screen. Last year’s BARBIE was the first of those projects to be released, hitting it big with an unbelievable $1.4 billion gross at the global box office and taking the No. 1 spot at the box office.
BOB THE BUILDER joins the lineup of other Mattel IPs coming to the big screen, including Hot Wheels, American Girl, Barney, Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots and Uno. BOB THE BUILDER will be the company’s first foray into animated movies since beginning this new business phase as it looks to bring more of its beloved characters to life.
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