Louise Fitzhugh: Last News

Courtney Barnett has released ‘Smile Real Nice’, a new track the Australian singer-songwriter has penned for Apple TV+’s animated adaptation of Harriet the Spy.“I don’t wanna be / You don’t wanna be / We don’t wanna be told what to do,” Barnett declares in the scrappy new song’s opening verse. “No I won’t cut my hair / And I’ll wear whatever I like!”‘Smile Real Nice’ serves as the opening theme for the new series, which will premiere on the streaming platform on November 19.

Write it down! Nearly 25 years ago, Harriet the Spy adapted Louise Fitzhugh’s 1964 children’s novel of the same name as fans embraced Harriet’s curious nature and zest for adventure.

Beanie Feldstein and Jane Lynch are taking on some memorable roles!

Joe Otterson TV ReporterApple has ordered an animated series based on the classic children’s book “Harriet the Spy” by Louise Fitzhugh, Variety has learned.Beanie Feldstein will voice the titular Harriet, while Jane Lynch will play her nanny, Ole Golly. In addition, Lacey Chabert will voice Marion Hawthorne, the queen bee at Harriet’s school.Like the book, the series will be set in 1960s New York City.

Alexandra Del Rosario Associate Editor/Nights & WeekendsApple TV+ will breathe new life into Louise Fitzhugh’s 1964 children’s book with Harriet the Spy, the first animated adaptation of the iconic children’s novel. The series will star Beanie Feldstein in the titular role, along with Jane Lynch and Lacey Chabert.Written by The Adventures of Pete & Pete co-creator Will McRobb based on Fitzhugh’s book, the newly greenlighted Harriet the Spy is the latest addition to the streamer’s slate of original content for children.Harriet the Spy centers on a curious 11-year-old (Beanie Feldstein) who seeks to learn everything about anything in order to pursue her dreams of becoming a professional writer.