Netflix's 'Wereworld' Animated Series: All you may want to know about release date, cast and more
Netflix's highly anticipated 2024 animated project is the adaptation of Curtis Jobling’s Wereworld into a CG series. This venture, produced by Lime Pictures and Jellyfish Pictures, marks a significant addition to Netflix's animated offerings.
Director and Writers
Directed by Tom Brass, known for VFX and animation credits in various productions, and written by Celia Morgan and Andrew Burrell, the creative team brings diverse experiences from projects like Captive State, The Innocents, Eastenders, and Disenchantment.
Animation and Production
Jellyfish Pictures, with a notable portfolio including How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming and Kung Fu Panda, handles the animation. The series is produced by Angelo Abela, Tim Compton, Curtis Jobling and Barry Quinn.
Source Material
Based on Curtis Jobling’s Wereworld book series comprising five books published from 2011 to 2013, the Netflix adaptation delves into an epic fantasy adventure and coming-of-age narrative.
Logline
Described as an epic fantasy adventure with elements of horror, Wereworld targets a 12-13+ age group. The story follows Drew Ferran, the last of a Werewolf lineage, reluctantly becoming the ruler of a land governed by Werelords. Drew battles to overthrow the tyranny of the Lionlords and reclaim the throne.
While the adaptation approach for the first season remains unconfirmed, Curtis Jobling plans to adapt all six novels as the lead writer and associate producer.
Main Cast
Louis Landau (The Serpent Queen) voices Trent Ferran, Drew's adoptive brother, and Nina Barker-Francis (House of the Dragon) voices Whitley, a friend of Drew.
Production Insights
Deep in production since at least June 2022,
