Netflix is bringing back a childhood classic - "The Magic School Bus".
According to Entertainment Weekly, the science education children's program will be remade for Netflix. The show titled "The Magic School Bus 360°" will be a modern take on the classic Scholastic book and TV series.
"Scholastic Media is a powerhouse creator and producer of top-quality programming for kids and families and its flagship series like The Magic School Bus, Clifford The Big Red Dog and Goosebumps have been huge hits on Netflix in all our territories," Ted Sarandos, chief content officer of Netflix, said in a statement. "We're thrilled to expand our relationships and to be the first-run home of The Magic School Bus 360°, introducing a whole new generation to Ms. Frizzle and her hijinks."
Netflix has ordered 26 half-hour episodes, which will use computer-generated animation instead of traditional artwork, according to the New York Times.
The popular 90's program was based on Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen's book series. It featured science teacher Ms. Frizzle, who took her class on magical science-themed adventures in an enchanted talking/flying bus. The series aired in 1994 and ran for four seasons.
The newer version of the show will include newer scientific tools, robots and smart suits. No word yet on whether Lily Tomlin, who voiced Ms. Frizzle in the 90s, will return to for the modern version.
"The Magic School Bus revolutionized kids' television through a unique and powerful blend of entertainment and science information. We're proud that it's become an evergreen show that children and parents continue to watch together," Deborah Forte, president of Scholastic Media, said in a statement. "Our new rendition The Magic School Bus 360° is a similarly compelling addition to the current landscape of children's programming and on Netflix is bound to reach more families around the world than ever before who will now be able to watch the show anytime, anywhere they want."
"The Magic School Bus 360°" will launch in 2016.
