A new animated film adaptation of Dr. Seuss' 'Oh, the Places You'll Go!' is set to be released in IMAX in 2028, marking the first film adaptation of this beloved book.

The project stars Ariana Grande and Josh Gad, who announced their involvement on Instagram on July 15, 2025, sharing photos with their scripts and expressing excitement for the film.

Directed by Jon M. Chu, known for recent projects like 'Wicked' and 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,' the film promises a musical adventure filled with emotional depth.

The screenplay, written by Rob Lieber, is based on the 1990 book, which is celebrated for its whimsical art and themes of exploration, self-discovery, and resilience.

While plot details remain under wraps, the story is inspired by the original book's motivational rhymes and follows a young adventurer navigating life's challenges.

Unlike previous adaptations, this film has creative freedom due to the abstract nature of the source material, which is more a collection of inspirational phrases than a narrative.

This will be the first film adaptation of 'Oh, the Places You'll Go!', adding a significant entry to the collection of Dr. Seuss movies, which have historically been popular and successful.

The original book is renowned for its empowering themes, encouraging readers to steer their own lives, and has been a bestseller, reaching number one on The New York Times list.

Previous Dr. Seuss adaptations, like 'Horton Hears a Who!' and 'The Lorax,' have been animated successes, with Warner Bros. now expanding its Seussian cinematic universe.

Warner Bros. plans to release another Seussian film, 'The Cat in the Hat,' in February 2026, continuing its focus on adapting Seuss' works into animated movies.

Fans reacted positively to the announcement, expressing excitement and anticipation for the 2028 release, while some noted the long wait.

Gad expressed enthusiasm about the project, stating they are creating something very special and that he has long wanted to collaborate with Grande and the creative team.