Warner Bros to adapt Chris Colfer’s book series The Land of Stories into a film: Report

The fantasy series centres on Alex and Conner Bailey, twins who are grieving over the death of their father when they are abruptly taken to a magical book that brings beloved fairy tales to life.

Glee star Chris Colfer’s beloved children’s book series The Land of Stories is officially being adapted into a live-action film.

According to reports by Deadline, the bestselling series' rights have been purchased by Hollywood studio Warner Bros., and Phil Johnston has been chosen to helm the adaptation.

The fantasy series centres on Alex and Conner Bailey, twins who are grieving over the death of their father when they are abruptly taken to a magical book that brings beloved fairy tales to life.

The saga began with The Wishing Spell in 2012 and expanded to include five more titles, along with several prequel books authored by Colfer.

The upcoming film will be produced by Chris Colfer himself along with Emma Watts, while Rob Weisbach will serve as executive producer.

Colfer was originally slated to write and direct a feature adaptation of the series for 20th Century Fox in association with Shawn Levy's 21 Laps, as The Hollywood Reporter reported in 2017.

Colfer is well-known for his iconic portrayal of Kurt Hummel on Glee, for which he received a Golden Globe, two Primetime Emmy nominations, and a Grammy nomination.

He has authored more than 20 books. In addition, he wrote and produced the 2012 coming-of-age movie Struck by Lightning, in which he also starred.

Director Phil Johnston brings significant experience to the project, having previously directed Netflix’s upcoming feature The Twits and Disney’s Ralph Breaks the Internet. His writing credits include acclaimed titles like Cedar Rapids, Wreck-It Ralph, and Zootopia, adding to the high expectations surrounding this magical adaptation.