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Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson’s Eon Productions are partnering with Amazon MGM Studios to develop a reimagined adaptation of the classic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. The classic film is based on a children's book written by Ian Fleming. This isn't their first book adaptation as both companies teamed up to adapt the book-inspired James Bond franchise.
The first film adaptation came out in 1968. Roald Dahl adapted the screenplay as well as Roald Dahl, Ken Hughes, and Richard Maibaum.The 1968 film starred Dick Van Dyke. Directed by Ken Hughes and produced by Cubby Broccoli, the film featured production design by Ken Adam and included the Oscar-nominated title song composed by Robert and Richard Sherman.
Here is the Amazon synopsis of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang by Ian Fleming:
As soon as twins Jemima and Jeremy Potts spot their father's dilapidated old sedan, they have a feeling that it's no ordinary car. Sure enough, once their inventor father fixes her up, their hunch is proved right. A classic adventure story featuring a high-spirited family and their magical car finds new life--just in time for its 30th birthday.
Source: Deadline
The first film adaptation came out in 1968. Roald Dahl adapted the screenplay as well as Roald Dahl, Ken Hughes, and Richard Maibaum.The 1968 film starred Dick Van Dyke. Directed by Ken Hughes and produced by Cubby Broccoli, the film featured production design by Ken Adam and included the Oscar-nominated title song composed by Robert and Richard Sherman.
Here is the Amazon synopsis of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang by Ian Fleming:
As soon as twins Jemima and Jeremy Potts spot their father's dilapidated old sedan, they have a feeling that it's no ordinary car. Sure enough, once their inventor father fixes her up, their hunch is proved right. A classic adventure story featuring a high-spirited family and their magical car finds new life--just in time for its 30th birthday.
Source: Deadline
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