TL;DR
- Sabrina Carpenter will star in and co-produce a new musical adaptation of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland for Universal Pictures.
- The film is set to be written and directed by Lorene Scafaria (known for Hustlers) and produced with veteran producer Marc Platt.
- Plot specifics and release date remain unannounced, but the project marks Carpenter’s first major studio feature film role and a big step into production.
What exactly has been announced?
Universal Pictures has confirmed that Sabrina Carpenter will both star in and produce a brand-new musical film inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic tale Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. The project is being written and directed by Lorene Scafaria, who is known for her sharp, stylish work on Hustlers.
Production partners include Marc Platt Productions and Alloy Entertainment’s Leslie Morgenstein and Elysa Koplovitz Dutton.
Why this matters for Sabrina Carpenter’s career
For Sabrina Carpenter, this isn’t just another role—it’s her first major starring turn in a big-studio feature film and a move into producing. Known predominantly for her pop music success and roles in streaming films, this film opens a new chapter for her in both acting and the creative-leadership side of filmmaking.
Additionally, the choice of Alice—a globally recognized property—signals a high-stakes project that could elevate her profile well beyond the music world.
What do we know about the film so far?
- The title of the film has not yet been officially announced.
- The adaptation will take the classic Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and reinterpret it as a musical feature film.
- Lorene Scafaria will handle both writing and directing duties.
- No release date or casting beyond Carpenter has been revealed yet.
Why the timing is significant
This announcement comes at a moment when Carpenter’s music career is booming—she’s gained major Grammy nominations and expanded her brand beyond the pop charts. Using that momentum to pivot into film and production gives her a broader creative platform.
At the same time, the enduring appeal of Alice in Wonderland—and the recent trend of revisiting classic stories in bold new ways—makes this adaptation a culturally timely move.
