Wallace & Gromit set for epic return as BBC announce first new movie in 16 years

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BBC have confirmed the loveable comedy franchise is set for a comeback after the broadcaster announced the producers are in the works of launching a new spin-off for Christmas 2024.It will come from the creative minds at animation powerhouse Aardam who are also responsible for the popular children’s TV series Shaun The Sheep.As millions of viewers are set to tune into the British classic, producers revealed the upcoming film will focus on Gromit’s worry that Wallace has become too dependent on his glorious inventions.And his worries are proven to be correct when the inventor creates a ‘smart gnome’ that quickly develops a mind of its own.When events inevitably spiral out of control, it comes down to Gromit to put aside his feelings and battle the sinister forces at work – or Wallace may never be able to invent ever again.The film will follow the latest Shaun the Sheep instalment The Flight Before Christmas, a Wallace & Gromit spin-off which aired on BBC One last year.Chief content officer at the BBC, Charlotte Moore said: “It’s incredibly exciting to be taking British audiences on a cracking new adventure with Wallace & Gromit and to be continuing our long relationship with Aardman and Nick Park following the success of Shaun the Sheep this Christmas.”Sean Clarke, managing director of Aardman added: “Wallace and Gromit are so loved by everyone at Aardman – they’re like family to us – and we couldn’t be more excited to be creating a brand new film for them to star in.“When Nick came up with the concept for a ‘smart gnome’, we all agreed that Wallace would find the idea irresistible – despite warnings from Gromit, who is wise beyond his (dog) years.“We’re sure audiences will find the story irresistible too.”The TV series.