Elizabeth Banks takes the wheel as Ms. Frizzle: A magical ride awaits!

It's time to buckle up, '90s kids! Elizabeth Banks, the multifaceted powerhouse, is here to whisk you away on a mystical journey in the revamped The Magic School Bus. As reported by Variety back in 2020, Banks isn't just taking the driver's seat, she’s steering the entire production. Let's dive deep into this nostalgic comeback.

From Books to Animation, and Now Live-Action

Let's rewind for a sec. The Magic School Bus, for those living under a rock (or perhaps too young to recall), was THE educational animated show from the golden era of the 1990s. Originating from Joanna Cole’s Scholastic book series, it threw kids into a whirlwind of knowledge with Ms. Frizzle's shape-shifting yellow bus, cruising from the ocean depths to outer space.

Banks’ Midas Touch on "The Magic School Bus"

It's not just an on-screen presence that Elizabeth is offering. She’s donning the producer's hat too! With her firm, Brownstone Productions, she's collaborating with bigwigs like Scholastic Entertainment’s president Iole Lucchese. “We are delighted to bring to life the iconic Ms. Frizzle and her zest for knowledge...” Lucchese gushed in a statement.

However, Ms. Frizzle's legacy isn't new to adaptations. Remember Lily Tomlin's voice bringing her alive in the PBS animated series? Or the Netflix twist in 2017, when Kate McKinnon voiced Ms. Frizzle’s sis, Fiona? With Banks at the helm, we're sure to get another sparkling addition to this beloved franchise.

The Universal Love Affair with Elizabeth Banks

Elizabeth's bond with Universal isn't just a flash in the pan. After her directorial gig with “Pitch Perfect 2”, she's slated to work on the intriguing "Invisible Woman" remake. And let’s not forget her take on “Charlie’s Angels” for Sony, proving her versatility time and again.

So, for those yearning for a pinch of nostalgia, Elizabeth Banks as the revamped Ms. Frizzle promises to take you on a ride of a lifetime. And if the past is any indication, with Banks, it’s bound to be more than just "magical".

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