Disney Developing A ‘Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride’ Live-Action/CG Hybrid Movie
When the character of Brodie in Kevin Smith’sMallratssaid “Everyone wantsMr. Toad’s Wild Ride,” turns out Disney executives were listening. They’re now developing a live-action/computer generated hybrid movie based on the classic attraction that’s been at Disneyland since the park opened in 1955. Commercial and music video directorPete Candelandhas been attached to oversee the project,Justin Springer(Tron: Legacy) will produce and the search for a writer has begun. Read more after the jump.
Mr. Toad’s Wild Rideis based on theThe Wind in the Willowssegment of the 1949 Disney filmThe Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad. The ride itself attempts to duplicate a wild traffic chase through the streets of London.Deadlinebroke the news of this story, which is yet another attempt by Disney to duplicate the success ofPirates of the Caribbean. They’re also currently developing films based onJungle Cruiseand theMatterhornrides.
Candeland is best known for his work with the Gorillaz but also helped with the stunning intro toBeatles Rock Bandwhich you canwatch here. He worked in animation for a long time before that too, with projects likeThe Return of Jafar, All Dogs Go To Heaven 2andTank Girl.
Here’s a video ofMr. Toad’s Wild Ridefrom Disneyland (the Disney World version closed in 1998).
Without a script in place, there’s no reason to thinkMr. Toad’s Wild Ridewill be hitting the big screen anytime soon. But should it unfold as executives envision, it sounds like it’ll be something in the mold of a modernWho Framed Roger Rabbit?
Do you think aMr. Toad’s Wild Ridemovie is a good idea? Is there a creative, modern way to make it a fun movie?
