Bong Joon Ho's upcoming animated adventure, "Ally," is set to be a star-studded affair, with a talented ensemble cast joining the director for his first foray into the world of animation. The film, which has been in development since 2019, tells the story of Ally, a curious and endearing piglet squid living in the uncharted depths of the South Pacific Ocean. With a dream to see the sun and become the star of a wildlife documentary, her peaceful existence is suddenly disrupted when a mysterious aircraft sinks into the ocean, thrusting her into an extraordinary journey to the surface.
The voice cast is a who's who of Hollywood, with Ayo Edebiri, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Finn Wolfhard, Alex Jayne Go, Rachel House, and Werner Herzog lending their talents to the project. Edebiri, known for her roles in "The Bear" and "The White Lotus," joins the film, while Cooper, Bautista, and Herzog bring their A-list credentials to the table. Wolfhard, Go, and House also add to the impressive lineup, ensuring a diverse and captivating voice cast.
The film's production is a collaborative effort, with Seo Woo-sik serving as producer and the film set for completion in the first half of 2027. Neon, the distributor, has acquired the film for North America, reuniting the team with the director after the success of "Parasite." CJ ENM, Penture Invest, and Pathé have teamed up to co-finance and distribute the film, with Pathé handling distribution in France, Benelux, Switzerland, and West Africa, while CJ and Penture will distribute in South Korea, Vietnam, Turkey, and Indonesia.
The film's international sales are represented by CJ and Penture, excluding Japan and China, where they will handle sales. The talent representation is a who's who of top agencies, with Coast To Coast Talent Group, Schreck Rose Dapello Adams Berlin & Dunham, CAA, Entertainment 360, Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein Lezcano Bobb & Dang, WME, Jackoway Austen Tyerman Wertheimer Mandelbaum Morris Bernstein Trattner Auerbach Hynick Jaime LeVine Sample & Klein, Sue Barnett and Associates, and Gersh all involved.
"Ally" is a testament to the director's ability to attract top talent and create a captivating story. With a unique premise, an impressive voice cast, and a talented production team, the film is sure to be a standout in the animated genre. The collaboration between the director and the cast and crew promises to deliver a visually stunning and emotionally engaging adventure, leaving audiences eager for its release.
