Grand Prix of Europe (film) explained

Grand Prix of Europe
Director:	Waldemar Fast
Producer:	Michael Mack
Distributor:	Warner Bros. (Europe) Viva Kids (North America)
Language:	English

Grand Prix of Europe is an upcoming 2025 animated sports comedy film directed by Waldemar Fast. The film stars an ensemble cast including Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Gemma Arterton, Hayley Atwell, and Lenny Henry.

Produced by Mack Magic and Timeless Films, the film is scheduled for a mid-2025 release in theaters.

Voice cast

• Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Ed, a racing legend and Edda's idol
• Gemma Arterton as Edda, a young mouse and daughter of fairgrounds operator Erwin
• Hayley Atwell as Cindy
• Lenny Henry as Erwin, the fairgrounds operator

Production

The film was announced in July 2024 as the film will coincide with the 50-year anniversary of the German theme park Europa-Park and its real-life mascot counterparts, Edda and Ed Euromous, in 2025.^[1] Waldemar Fast will be directing the film from a script by Kirstie Falkous, Jeffrey Hylton and John T. Reynolds.^[2] Producer Michael Mack stated that the film will be "the first in a family-friendly franchise".^[2]

Viva Pictures will distribute the film in North America, under their Viva Kids label.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Europa-Park Toasts 50th Anniversary With New Film: Grand Prix of Europe. Interpark. July 22, 2024. July 22, 2024.
2. Web site: Gemma Arterton, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Hayley Atwell Join Voice Cast of ‘Grand Prix of Europe’. Roxborough. Scott. The Hollywood Reporter. July 12, 2024. July 12, 2024.
3. Web site: Viva Pictures Scoops Up North American Rights To ‘Grand Prix Of Europe’. Amidi. Amid. Cartoon Brew. July 22, 2024. July 22, 2024.