Spiderwick Chronicles Will be Released in Both IMAX and Regular Theatres in February, 2008

Posted on November 29, 2007

IMAX Corporation and Paramount Pictures have announced that The Spiderwick Chronicles will be released simultaneously to both IMAX and conventional theatres in February, 2008. The film is based on the children's fantasy books authored by Holly Black and illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi. Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black are also executive producers of the film.

Greg Foster, Chairman and President of IMAX Filmed Entertainment, said in a statement, "We've had phenomenal success with Hollywood movies that are based on best-selling books, and we are excited to work with Paramount Pictures and the filmmakers to reach the millions of Spiderwick fans with a completely unique way to experience the first film-adapted adventure of this beloved series of books. In IMAX theatres, audiences will feel as if they are actually inside the Spiderwick mansion as the magical adventures unfold around them."

The film has a great cast. Martin Short will play the voice of Thimbletack (pictured on the top right), one of the enchanted creatures living in the walls of Arthur Spiderwick's secluded old house. The film will also star Freddie Highmore, Mary-Louise Parker, Nick Nolte, Joan Plowright and David Strathairn. Mark Waters will direct. Screenwriters include Karey Kirkpatrick, David Berenbaum and John Sayles.

Update: The movie poster for the film which shows a dark forest. The word "Beware" is written using tree branches. Here's the trailer:

Photo: Paramount Pictures

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