History of Clifford the Big Red Dog in Timeline
Clifford the Big Red Dog is the main character in a children's book series created by Norman Bridwell, first published in 1963. The stories center around Clifford, a giant red dog, and his owner, Emily Elizabeth, and their various adventures. Clifford has become Scholastic's official mascot and a popular figure in children's literature.
1962: Inspiration and Drawings
In 1962, Norman Bridwell's drawings of a large red dog, initially named 'Tiny,' were included in a children's literature portfolio. Susan Hirschman suggested turning these drawings into a children's story.
1963: First Publication
In 1963, Clifford the Big Red Dog, an American children's book series by Norman Bridwell, was first published. The series revolves around Emily Elizabeth and her large red dog, Clifford.
1986: Clifford's Sing Along Adventure Video Release
In 1986, Karl-Lorimar Home Video released the video Clifford's Sing Along Adventure.
July 1988: Clifford's Fun with... Videotape Release
In July 1988, Scholastic Studios, Nelvana Limited, and Family Home Entertainment released Clifford's Fun with..., a videotape series featuring six episodes with music by Phillip Namanworth and Benjamin Goldstein. Brent Titcomb voiced Clifford, and Alyson Court voiced Emily Elizabeth.
September 2000: PBS Kids Adaptation Airs
In September 2000, a 65-episode adaptation of Clifford the Big Red Dog, produced by Scholastic Media, began airing on PBS Kids. John Ritter voiced Clifford, and Grey DeLisle voiced Emily Elizabeth.
2000: Book series
In 2000, the Clifford the Big Red Dog book series was still ongoing.
February 2003: End of PBS Kids Adaptation
In February 2003, the 65-episode adaptation of Clifford the Big Red Dog on PBS Kids concluded. The show featured John Ritter as the voice of Clifford and Grey DeLisle as Emily Elizabeth.
September 2003: Prequel Series Airs
In September 2003, a 39-episode prequel series depicting Clifford's puppyhood began airing. Lara Jill Miller provided the voice for young Clifford.
February 2004: Theatrical Film Release
In February 2004, a Clifford the Big Red Dog theatrical film was released, serving as the series finale following John Ritter's death.
February 2006: End of Prequel Series
In February 2006, the 39-episode prequel series about Clifford's puppyhood, with Lara Jill Miller as the voice of young Clifford, concluded.
May 2012: Universal Pictures Plans Live-Action/CGI Film
In May 2012, it was reported that Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment were planning to produce a live-action/CGI animated film based on Clifford the Big Red Dog. Matt Lopez was hired to write the script, with Chris Meledandri and Deborah Forte as producers.
July 2013: Illumination Drops the Project
In July 2013, it was reported that Illumination Entertainment had dropped the Clifford the Big Red Dog film project.
August 1, 2014: Universal Sets Release Date
On August 1, 2014, Universal scheduled the Clifford the Big Red Dog film for release on April 8, 2016.
April 8, 2016: Release Date Taken Over by Another Film
In the beginning of 2015, another Universal film, The Boss, took over the Clifford the Big Red Dog film's release date of April 8, 2016.
June 30, 2016: Paramount Pictures Picks Up Rights
On June 30, 2016, it was reported that Paramount Pictures acquired the rights for the Clifford the Big Red Dog film after Universal's option lapsed. Justin Malen was hired to write the screenplay.
September 25, 2017: Walt Becker to Direct
On September 25, 2017, it was announced that Walt Becker would direct the Clifford the Big Red Dog film, replacing David Bowers. Scholastic Entertainment and Paramount Animation were set to produce the film.
February 27, 2019: Release Date Set for November 13, 2020
On February 27, 2019, Paramount scheduled the Clifford the Big Red Dog film for a November 13, 2020 release, taking over the slot for the cancelled live-action/CGI Rugrats film. Darby Camp and Jack Whitehall were announced to star.
December 6, 2019: New Series Release on Amazon Prime Video
On December 6, 2019, a new Clifford the Big Red Dog series was released on Amazon Prime Video, featuring Adam Sanders as the voice of Clifford and Hannah Levinson as Emily Elizabeth.
December 7, 2019: New Series Release on PBS Kids
On December 7, 2019, a new Clifford the Big Red Dog series was released on PBS Kids, featuring Adam Sanders as the voice of Clifford and Hannah Levinson as Emily Elizabeth.
August 28, 2020: Release Date Pushed to November 5, 2021
On August 28, 2020, the release of the Clifford the Big Red Dog film was pushed back to November 5, 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
November 25, 2020: Teaser Trailer Released
On November 25, 2020, a 20-second teaser trailer for the Clifford the Big Red Dog feature film was released.
May 26, 2021: Rescheduled for September 17, 2021
On May 26, 2021, the Clifford the Big Red Dog film was rescheduled to be released on September 17, 2021.
August 26, 2021: Screened at CinemaCon
The Clifford the Big Red Dog movie was surprisingly screened at CinemaCon on August 26, 2021.
September 17, 2021: Film Pulled from Release Schedule
The Clifford the Big Red Dog film was pulled from the release schedule on September 17, 2021, due to the rise of the Delta variant.
November 10, 2021: Theatrical and Digital Release
On November 10, 2021, it was announced that the Clifford the Big Red Dog film would be released theatrically and digitally on Paramount+.
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