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Charlotte's Web
A faithful retelling of E.B. White’s beloved classic as a family miniseries for Sesame Workshop and HBO Max.
E.B. White’s classic Charlotte’s Web comes alive in a new, animated three-part miniseries, brought to life by the creative teams at Guru Studio and Sesame Workshop. Showrun by Academy Award winner Luke Matheny, and directed by Guru’s Yurie Rocha, the series reimagines the beloved tale with stunning CG artistry and heartfelt storytelling. Featuring an all-star cast including Amy Adams as Charlotte, Elijah Wood as Wilbur, and Jean Smart as the Narrator, this three-part mini series captures the enduring and timeless themes of friendship, hope, and kindness.
- Project Type
- Creative Partnership
- Format
- 3 x 44'
- Audience
- Family
- Production Status
- Complete
PARTNERS
SPINNING A CLASSIC!
Working alongside Sesame Workshop, Guru reimagined Charlotte’s Web with a fresh, cinematic style, while preserving the timeless warmth and charm that make E.B. White’s story so beloved.
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Each character was crafted to honor E.B. White’s beloved source material. Wilbur balances realistic proportions with expressive movement, capturing every emotional nuance, while Charlotte evolves from a formidable spider into a graceful, endearing presence. Fern’s design brings a modern touch, incorporating her Puerto Rican heritage, resulting in a cast that feels both true to the original tale and vividly alive on screen.
WORLD
BUILDING
Each setting was crafted to reflect the tenderness and timeless spirit of E.B. White’s beloved world. From the humble 1940s Maine farm to the carefully detailed Zuckerman home, every plant, beam, and nail was chosen with intention, to preserve the environment’s honest, untamed beauty.
Yurie Rocha
Director, Charlotte's Web
“It’s an honor to bring the beloved Charlotte’s Web to a new generation. Every artist at Guru poured their heart into this story, weaving passion and care into every frame to ensure E.B. White’s timeless world continues to shine for years to come.”