Sabrina Carpenter Leads ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Musical Film

Sabrina Carpenter is set to star in a new musical film inspired by Lewis Carroll’s iconic novel, “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” This project marks Carpenter’s first major studio feature with Universal Pictures. Not only will she lead the cast, but she will also serve as a producer alongside Marc Platt, who is affiliated with Universal-based Marc Platt Productions.

Production Team and Credits

Renowned writer and director Lorene Scafaria will helm the project. Scafaria is known for her work on the hit series “Succession” and the critically acclaimed film “Hustlers,” which grossed over $100 million at the North American box office. The production team also includes Leslie Morgenstein and Elysa Koplovitz Dutton from Alloy Entertainment.

Recent Achievements

This announcement comes shortly after Carpenter received six Grammy nominations for her album “Man’s Best Friend.” Notable categories include album of the year, record of the year, and song of the year. Carpenter has previously showcased her acting skills in films such as Netflix’s “Tall Girl” series and “The Hate U Give.”

Details on the Project

• Title: Untitled “Alice in Wonderland” musical film
• Production Company: Universal Pictures
• Writer/Director: Lorene Scafaria
• Producers:
  • Marc Platt
  • Leslie Morgenstein
  • Elysa Koplovitz Dutton
• Notable Works of Scafaria:
  • “Hustlers”
  • “The Meddler”
  • “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World”

Interestingly, this project follows a previously announced deal with Netflix for a feature pitch of an “Alice in Wonderland” musical. That deal, however, did not progress. Sources reveal Carpenter initially approached Universal in 2024 about this vision before Scafaria joined as the writer and director.

Key Personnel Involvement

Ryan Jones and Jacqueline Garell from Universal’s production development will oversee the project. Marc Platt Productions will have Katie McNicol supervising. Carpenter’s representation includes Foundation Media Partners and Volara Management, among others.

The collaboration of Carpenter and Scafaria is highly anticipated as they bring fresh creativity to a beloved classic. Fans eagerly await updates on this exciting adaptation.