Mercury Filmworks, the studio behind the Netflix kids’ series “Hilda” and Disney’s “The Lion Guard,” is developing a 2D animated comedy series based on Flavia Z. Drago’s “The World of Gustavo” book series.
Among the books being adapted are “Gustavo, the Shy Ghost” which became a New York Times bestseller after its publication via Trustbridge Global Media’s Walker Books/Candlewick Press in 2020.
The series is set in the supernatural suburbs of Calavera Cove and follows Gustavo the Ghost alongside his friends Leila the Witch and Vlad the Vampire. Each has paranormal powers that reflect their personalities, which they will use to save the day in 52 11-minute episodes.
Robert C. Ramirez has been set as showrunner of the “World of Gustavo” series. Ramirez’s writing credits include “Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches,” “Minnie’s Bow-Toons” and “Clifford’s Really Big Movie.” He has also worked as a director on series including “The Powerpuff Girls,...
Among the books being adapted are “Gustavo, the Shy Ghost” which became a New York Times bestseller after its publication via Trustbridge Global Media’s Walker Books/Candlewick Press in 2020.
The series is set in the supernatural suburbs of Calavera Cove and follows Gustavo the Ghost alongside his friends Leila the Witch and Vlad the Vampire. Each has paranormal powers that reflect their personalities, which they will use to save the day in 52 11-minute episodes.
Robert C. Ramirez has been set as showrunner of the “World of Gustavo” series. Ramirez’s writing credits include “Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches,” “Minnie’s Bow-Toons” and “Clifford’s Really Big Movie.” He has also worked as a director on series including “The Powerpuff Girls,...
- 10/1/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.