Netflix is reportedly set to release Matilda the musical, an adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved children's book like the classic 1996 film. According to a report from The Hollywood Reporter on Tuesday, the film adaptation is part of a new partnership between Sony Pictures and the streaming giant. New version: Netflix 'set to release adaptation of Matilda the Musical as part of a partnership with Sony Pictures', it was reported on WednesdayA source speaking to the publication claimed that the details of the stage-to-screen adaptation is still being discussed, and so its unclear when the film will come out of how Netflix have Sony will split the cost of production. Tim Minchin's musical adaptation of the classic children's novel has found success on London's West End and Broadway, and has also had a successful run in Australia. Success: Tim Minchin's musical adaptation of the classic children's novel has found success on London's West End and Broadway, and has also had a successful run in AustraliaDanny DeVito directed Matilda and also played her dodgy used-car salesman father.

Source: Daily Mail January 30, 2020 13:12 UTC