Sabrina Carpenter is set to star in a new movie musical adaptation of “Alice in Wonderland” for worldwide Pictures, the studio announced Tuesday.The film will reunite Carpenter with “Wicked” producer Marc Platt, signaling a potential strategy to replicate the success of the upcoming Ariana Grande-led musical.
The project positions Carpenter as a rising star poised for mainstream film success, building on her momentum from a Grammy-nominated album, a recent “Saturday Night Live” hosting gig, and an upcoming role in a new “Muppets” special. Universal is likely hoping to capitalize on Carpenter’s growing fanbase and acting experience, mirroring the approach taken with Grande and “wicked.”
Carpenter’s seventh studio album, “Man’s Best Freind,” released in August, received a nomination for album of the year at the 2026 Grammys. She made her “Saturday Night Live” hosting debut in October, showcasing her comedic timing and stage presence. Additional upcoming projects include a guest appearance in a new “Muppets” special on Disney+ produced by Seth Rogen, as reported by Variety.
The “Alice in Wonderland” film is currently in development, with no release date announced. Platt will produce the movie for Universal. The casting follows a trend of studios adapting popular stories with established pop stars, as seen with the highly anticipated “Wicked” film starring Grande and Cynthia Erivo, set for release in 2025.
