Funko has acquired the license for Book of Life, an upcoming computer-animated adventure starring the voice talent of Channing Tatum, Zoe Saldana, Diego Luna and Christina Applegate. It is scheduled to be released on October 17, 2014.
The film is described as the journey of Manolo (Diego Luna), a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. In love with the beautiful Maria (Zoe Saldana), yet having to battle with the affections of the charming Joaquin (Channing Tatum), the spirits La Muerte (Kate del Castillo) and Xibalba (Ron Perlman) bet on who will win Maria. Afraid to lose the bet after Maria falls for Manolo, Xibalba sends a snake to kill Manolo, hoping that will result in Joaquin becoming Maria's lover. In order to return to the human world and to Maria, Manolo embarks on an incredible journey that spans three fantastical worlds, where he must face his greatest fears.
Funko will be producing an assortment of Book of Life POP! vinyl figures featuring the main cast. Look for these this September followed by Legacy action figures of Manolo and Maria in October.
