Coolabi Group and Tencent Video have greenlit an animated TV series adaptation of Erin Hunter's 'Warrior Cats' novels, with A.C. Bradley (What If...?, Ms. Marvel) as showrunner and Rodrigo Blaas (Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia) as director. The series will adapt the first book arc, 'The Prophecies Begin,' and has begun production at Blaas' Madrid-based studio. The books have sold over 90 million copies worldwide.
the warrior cats animated series is officially happening. coolabi and tencent video greenlit it, with a.c. bradley (what if, ms. marvel) as showrunner and rodrigo blaas (trollhunters) directing. it'll adapt the first book arc, 'the prophecies begin,' and production's already started at blaas' madrid studio. the books have sold 90 million copies, so yeah, there's an audience.
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This marks the first authorized animated adaptation of a massively popular book series that has sustained a fervent online fandom for over two decades. The involvement of high-profile animation talent signals a serious investment in the property, potentially bridging the gap between niche internet culture and mainstream streaming audiences. It also continues the trend of book-to-animation adaptations targeting both nostalgic adults and new young viewers.
first official warrior cats adaptation after years of fan animations and roleplay. with bradley and blaas attached, it's not just a cash grab — they're bringing real animation pedigree. could be the next big book-to-cartoon hit for a fandom that's been waiting forever.
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