Tinker Bell Coming in Fall 2008 Posted: Feb 09, 2007

Brittany Murphy will voice the spunky fairy Tink and not only will Tinker Bell speak for the first time in the film, produced by DisneyToon Studios, audiences will also be introduced to the world of Disney Fairies, The Walt Disney Company's newest franchise. The story will focus on Pixie Hollow and Tink's new fairy friends voiced by some of Hollywood's finest.

The Disney Fairies franchise will build upon the enormous popularity of Tinker Bell and introduces children to Tink's magical world and a new circle of enchanting fairy friends, each with a unique talent, look and personality. Disney Consumer Products introduced Disney Fairies in 2005 with the release of New York Times best-seller, "Fairy Dust and the Quest for the Egg," from Disney Publishing Worldwide, followed by an apparel line, toys, a global magazine launch and a series of chapter books in 2006.

"Tinker Bell has been recognized as an icon by fans of all ages for many years -- her merchandise sales to date have proven this despite the lack of new content," said Andy Mooney, chairman of Disney Consumer Products. "This new film will bring to life Tinker Bell's spectacular world and will offer incremental opportunities across the company to grow the Disney Fairies franchise significantly."

The Tinker Bell film will be supported with a strong marketing campaign and a broad licensed merchandise program at major retailers around the world through an expanded Disney Fairies line from Disney Consumer Products. The new line will launch into new categories such as role play, youth electronics, stationery, home decor, and personal care.