ABC announces new series based on bestselling children’s books – The ABC, in partnership with Werner Film Productions, is excited to announce a new screen adaptation of Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton’s bestselling children’s book series The Treehouse.
Inspired by the imaginative world created by author Andy Griffiths and illustrator Terry Denton, The Treehouse follows best friends Andy and Terry as they embark on absurd and big-hearted adventures inside their ever‑expanding treehouse. The books have become beloved favourites for Australian families, and the series will bring their joyful spirit to screens nationwide.
Andy Griffiths and Jill Griffiths will executive produce the screen adaptation.
The series was announced at an ABC Screen Town Hall event today by the new Head of Children’s and Family, Melinda Wearne. It is the second new project to be confirmed under the ABC’s $50 million funding parcel from the federal government, an investment designed to bolster Australian scripted and children’s content over the next three years. It follows the ABC’s recently announced reboot of the live-action Bananas in Pyjamas.
Werner Film Productions brings an outstanding track record of delivering high‑quality Australian stories, including the acclaimed drama The Newsreader and children’s favourites Crazy Fun Park, Knee High Spies and Dance Academy.
ABC Director Screen, Jennifer Collins:
“The Treehouse series is wonderfully silly and much loved by young Australians. With the support of additional funding, we’re thrilled to be in a position to adapt these creatively ambitious stories for the screen and to collaborate with the talented team at Werner Film Productions.”
Werner Film Productions Head of Development Rachel Davis said
“Werner Film Productions is a passionate producer of high-quality scripted series for kids and families and we are thrilled to once again partner with the ABC – who are such champions for this audience. The hilarious Treehouse books, so expertly crafted by Andy and Terry, have already delighted kids around the world and we are beyond excited to have the opportunity to bring this iconic, unique and much-loved Australian property to the screen.”
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ABC announces new series based on bestselling children’s books
