‘FRNCK’ Comic Gets Animated Series Treatment from SuperProd & France TV

SuperProd Animation has inked a deal with France Télévisions for the development of a 26 half hour animated series based on the hit comic book FRNCK.

The comic-book series created by artist Brice Cossu and writer Olivier Bocquet was originally published in kids’ magazine Spirou in 2016 and later released as graphic novels by Dupuis. Translated into nine languages, the series now spans 10 volumes (with more coming) and has sold over 600,000 copies, captivating readers with its mix of humor, fantasy and adventure.

“We were immediately drawn to the comic’s energy, humor, and originality,” said Camille Serceau, Producer as SuperProd Animation. “FRNCK is truly one of a kind, and we believe the pilot we produced demonstrates the strength of the concept and our 3D adaptation. Like the pilot, the full series will be directed by Jean Duval, and we can’t wait to bring this world to life and take children on a one-of-a-kind prehistoric adventure.”

Franck, a 13-year-old orphan, suddenly finds himself transported back to the prehistoric era, surrounded by hungry dinosaurs, giant insects and ferocious plants … Fortunately, he’s rescued by Kenza, a 14-year-old prehistoric girl who takes him back to her tribe. At first terrified, Franck is surprised by the warm welcome he receives. Could this be his chance to finally have a family, after growing up alone? Determined to stay, Franck will do everything he can to fit in. He’ll face the dangers of this untamed prehistoric world — but also the challenges and confusion of something completely new to him: learning what it means to be part of a family.

“We’re thrilled to see FRNCK make the leap into animation,” said Julie Durot, Managing Director of publisher Dupuis. “The project with SuperProd and France Télévisions promises to capture the comic’s humor and sense of adventure, while delivering powerful themes and thoughtful reflections on modernity and humanity.”

Jean-Baptiste Lamotte, Head of Youth Programming at France Télévisions, added, “We’re very excited to bring FRNCK to life with the talented teams at SuperProd. This series, combining adventure, comedy and emotion, aims to enrich our animated offering with more action and deeper reflection on family dynamics and social models. Through the journey of this orphaned boy transported into a wildly imaginative prehistory, where he discovers and reinvents what family means, the show will create a strong emotional connection with its two main characters and their chosen family.”

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