History of Thelma the Unicorn in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 18, 2024

Thelma the Unicorn is a 2024 American animated musical adventure comedy film based on Aaron Blabey's children's book series. Directed by Jared Hess and Lynn Wang, the film features the voices of Brittany Howard, Will Forte, Jemaine Clement, Edi Patterson, Fred Armisen, Zach Galifianakis, Jon Heder, and Shondrella Avery. This film is Brittany Howard's acting debut.

2004: Napoleon Dynamite Film Release

Napoleon Dynamite, a film starring Jon Heder and directed by Jared Hess, was released in 2004.

2012: Napoleon Dynamite TV Series Release

An animated TV series based on the film Napoleon Dynamite, starring Jon Heder and directed by Jared Hess, was released in 2012.

June 2019: Netflix Acquires Rights to Thelma the Unicorn

In June 2019, Netflix acquired the film rights to Aaron Blabey's children's book Thelma the Unicorn after a bidding war.

April 2023: Pam Coats Announced as Producer for Thelma the Unicorn

In April 2023, Pam Coats was announced to produce the film Thelma the Unicorn.

December 2023: John Powell Confirmed as Composer for Thelma the Unicorn

In December 2023, John Powell was confirmed to compose the score for Thelma the Unicorn and began working on it the same month.

January 2024: Voice Cast Announced for Thelma the Unicorn

In January 2024, the voice cast for Thelma the Unicorn was announced, including Brittany Howard, Will Forte, Jemaine Clement, Edi Patterson, Fred Armisen, Zach Galifianakis, Jon Heder, Maliaka Mitchell, and Ally Dixon.