Netflix’s take on Redwall began with the kind of promise that made the project feel genuinely special. The idea of finally seeing Brian Jacques’ rich, character-driven world brought to life had all the makings of a major moment for animated storytelling. For a while, it looked like the film was steadily moving toward becoming something truly memorable. But as the time passed, the steady flow of updates slowed to a trickle, and then to nothing at all.

Now, many are left wondering what exactly happened to the Redwall movie and whether it has quietly been cancelled.

Netflix first announced its Redwall adaptation in 2021, unveiling plans for feature-length animated films led by Patrick McHale, known for his creative work on Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio. The announcement generated early excitement by positioning the project as a major addition to the streamer’s growing animation slate. However, as the years passed, the once-promising adaptation slipped into an unexpected silence. With no formal confirmation of its cancellation, but also no meaningful progress shared publicly, the project now sits in an ambiguous space.

In 2022, notably, Patrick McHale told Inverse that he was no longer attached to Redwall, hinting that Netflix might pivot the films into a long-form streaming series instead. His departure marked the last significant update about the project’s evolution. Since then, information has dried up completely—no casting developments, production milestones, or format details have surfaced to clarify its trajectory. While keeping Redwall in limbo, though, Netflix recently dropped a different animation title meant for children.

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In Your Dreams, following siblings Stevie and Elliot as they journey into their own dreams to find the Sandman and try to mend their parents' fractured relationship, arrived on Netflix on November 14. The animated adventure comedy features Simu Liu as their father, Cristin Miloti as their mother, and Craig Robinson in a supporting role. With its mix of humor, heart, and imaginative storytelling, it has certainly become a worthwhile addition to the streamer’s family-centric efforts.

While Netflix’s Redwall adaptation remains shrouded in uncertainty, the streamer is clearly continuing to invest in bold, creative stories for younger audiences. In Your Dreams shows that even amid delays and shifts in larger projects, Netflix can still deliver engaging content. For followers of both classic literature and family-friendly animation, the platform’s evolving slate promises that there is always something new to spark wonder and capture the imagination.

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