AN Iconic Wallace and Gromit spin-off character has landed another spin-off movie.
However, for fans hoping to see Wallace and Gromit following the success of their Christmas flick, Vengeance Most Fowl, they will be left disappointed.
has landed his THIRD movie but there will be no appearances from the much-loved Wallace and Gromit.
Aardman Animation has confirmed that Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom, is in the works for release this Halloween.
The movie will be produced in association with StudioCanal with Sky on board as UK distributor.
Teasers for the flick reveal that the residents of Messy Bottom will be looking forward to a spooky and fun-filled Halloween but the clumsy Farmer soon wreaks havoc and trashes the beloved pumpkin patch.
Shaun will then try to help and will don his best mad scientist hat to come up with a solution.
But things are sure to go awry when Shaun is involved.
When things spiral, a wild beast will soon be roaming around the woodlands.
Sarah Cox, the chief creative director at Aardman, said of the new flick: “Shaun the Sheep is an iconic character, beloved by viewers of all ages around the world.
“In our new animated movie, we bring family-friendly thrills to this light-hearted, spooky Halloween adventure.
“Expect smashed pumpkins, wayward , and a wild hairy beast on the loose in Mossy Bottom – all delivered with the Flock’s trademark joyous comedy.”;
The previous instalment’s director Steve Coxwill be back to direct the movie.
StudioCanal’s Anna Marsh and Ron Halpern added: “We have taken such pride in establishing Shaun the Sheep and the flock as a cinematic must for audiences across the globe and in this – our third feature in the franchise – we have a tantalising seasonal hook in Halloween with thrills, spills, surprises, a touch of science and characters old and new.
“We cannot wait to reveal more of this highly anticipated family treat in the coming months.
“It’s a genuine pleasure to be back in partnership with Aardman for Shaun’s very welcome return to the big screen.”;
