Based on the children’s book of the same name by father-daughter duo Jason and Allison Flom, the animated pop music event is all about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self.
Apple TV+ has just announced that its all-new family musical special for kids and parents, Lulu Is a Rhinoceros, will premiere globally on Friday, May 30. Based on the children’s book of the same name by father-daughter duo Jason and Allison Flom, the show is “an empowering pop musical family event about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self.”
In the special, Lulu is a rhinoceros – that’s who she sees when she looks in the mirror. On a quest to spread kindness, fun-loving Lulu embarks on the adventure of a lifetime, powered by new friends, courage and catchy songs!
The special boasts a stellar voice cast, including Auli’i Cravalho as “Lulu” (“Moana”), Grammy Award nominee Alex Newell as “Cory” (“Glee”), Emmy Award nominee Dulé Hill as “Flom Flom” (“Psych”), Paul Rust as “Finn” (“Love,”) and Utkarsh Ambudkar as “Hip-Hop” (“Ghosts”).
Produced by Propagate Content and Bento Box Animation, Lulu Is a Rhinoceros is developed by Jason and Allison Flom, who serve as executive producers alongside Brett Coker, Scott Greenberg and Dana Tafoya-Cameron. Ben Silverman, Howard T. Owens, and Rodney Ferrell executive produce for Propagate Content. Allison Flom serves as head writer; original songs were written by Golden Globe nominee Leland, with lyrics by Allison Flom. Jina Hyojin An & Shirley Song (BE@RBRICK) provide an original score. Angela Stempel directs the musical special.
Source: Apple TV+
Dan Sarto is Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Animation World Network.
