Disney+ is set to begin production on the upcoming film “Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” in February of 2023 in New Mexico. The film, which is based on the beloved children’s book of the same name by Judith Viorst, follows the misadventures of 11-year-old Alexander as he navigates a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day, and the chaos that ensues when he wishes for his family to experience the same.
The film will be produced by Shawn Levy, Lisa Henson, Dan Cohen, Dan Levine, and Emily Morris. Levy, best known for his work on the “Night at the Museum” franchise and Netflix’s “Stranger Things,” has a long history of producing successful family films. Henson, CEO of the Jim Henson Company, has a similar track record, with credits including the iconic children’s show “Sesame Street” and the fantasy adventure film “The Dark Crystal.” Cohen, Levine, and Morris, all of whom have extensive experience in film and television production, round out the producing team.
Matt Lopez, known for his work on “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” and “Race to Witch Mountain,” will serve as the film’s writer. Marvin Lemus, whose previous directing credits include “Gentefied” and “Las Culturistas,” will serve as the film’s director. Lemus has received critical acclaim for his work, with “Gentefied” being nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series.
An All-Star Cast and Crew
The film’s cast includes Eva Longoria as Alexander’s mother, Courtney, a travel writer struggling to find her passion, and George Lopez as the family’s grandfather, a tough biker. Both Longoria and Lopez have extensive experience in the family film genre, with Longoria starring in the hit animated film “Coco” and Lopez lending his voice to the role of Rafael in the “Rio” franchise. The film’s casting directors, Chelsea Ellis Bloch and Marisol Roncali, have worked on a variety of successful family films and television shows, including “Moana” and “The Lego Batman Movie.”
21 LAPS Entertainment and the Jim Henson Company will serve as the film’s production studios, with Shelly Strong serving as the production manager. Strong has previously worked on a number of successful family films, including “The Spiderwick Chronicles” and “The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep.” Richard E. Chapla Jr. and Brandon Harris will serve as the production coordinator and production coordinator, respectively. Both have extensive experience in the film industry, with credits including “The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part” and “The Lorax.”
From the Pages of a Children’s Classic to the Big Screen
“Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” promises to be a heartwarming and hilarious family film, with an all-star cast and crew bringing Viorst’s beloved story to life. The book, which was first published in 1972, has become a classic of children’s literature and has been translated into multiple languages. It has received numerous accolades, including a Newbery Honor and a Children’s Choice Award.
Production is set to begin in February in New Mexico, and fans can look forward to the film’s release on Disney+ in the near future. With its talented cast and crew and its beloved source material, “Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” (working title “Karma”) is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages. So, it will be a great addition to the list of successful family films produced by the team.
Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Casting Call
Casting Director Marisol Roncali posted via the Atomic Honey Casting Instagram account, details about the open casting call for Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.
She sought submissions to find our perfect Alexander stating the following:
Do you have a little brother, primo, nephew, godson, or son that is too funny for his own good? Put them on tape and submit it to the email in the flyer. Share this flyer far and wide so we can find our hero!
🔹Please read the instructions on the flyer and if we feel you are a fit, we will email you further instructions.
Please only submit to the email address listed on the flyer, no DM’s.
🔹Thank you and look forward to your submissions!
Those interested in applying can send an email to karma.casting@disneympp.com.
Production Office Information
21 Laps Entertainment
10201 W. Pico Blvd. Bldg., 41, Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: 310-388-3501
Email: emily.morris@21laps.com
The Jim Henson Compan
1416 N. La Brea Ave
Hollywood, CA 90028
Phone: 323-802-1500
Email: jobpostings@henson.com
