‘Heidi – Rescue of the Lynx’ Roars to AFM with New Trailer from Studio 100 Int’l

Studio 100 International has debuted the first official trailer for its upcoming animated feature, Heidi – Rescue of the Lynx. The spot is available to watch on the studio’s YouTube and through studio100film.com/en/films/heidi, and will be presented by Studio 100 Film at the American Film Market (AFM) in Las Vegas this week.

Inspired by Johanna Spyri’s 1880 story about a spirited young girl living in the Swiss Alps, which has captured the hearts of children and adults for more than 140 years, the project marks Heidi’s animated feature film debut, set to hit cinemas in Summer 2025 (releasing in Germany through Leonine). The original Heidi book has sold 50 million copies worldwide and been translated into more than 50 languages; the latest Heidi animated TV series (produced by Studio 100 Animation and Flying Bark Prod.) has broadcast in 120-plus countries.

Synopsis: When eight-year-old Heidi saves a lynx family and their home from a greedy businessman, she gets her grandfather to come clean with the village community and she realizes that her beloved little lynx belongs with his family in the wild just as she belongs with her grandfather in the mountains.

Heidi – Rescue of the Lynx is a heartwarming family adventure produced by Studio 100 International, 3 Doubles Producciones, and Hotel Hungaria Animation in association with Studio Isar Animation. It is directed by Tobias Schwarz, known for his work on Tarzan II, Anastasia, Maya and the Golden Orb and The Queen’s Corgi, from a script written by Rob Sprackling (Gnomeo & Juliet, The Queen’s Corgi).

“With Heidi – Rescue of the Lynx, we didn’t want to retell the well-known story, but instead focus on a fresh new adventure that stays true to Heidi’s core values while being adapted to resonate with today’s audiences,” said Thorsten Wegener, Director of Business Operations at Studio 100 International and the film’s producer. “With breathtaking visuals, stunning landscapes and a powerful environmental message, the film promises to capture the innocence and joy that have shaped countless childhood memories for generations. With her enduring popularity and international recognition Heidi’s open and free spirit is sure to inspire a new generation of viewers.”

Studio 100 Film will showcase the new film to international buyers and industry professionals at AFM, office #16-2023, in the Palms Casino Resort from November 5 to 10.