Netflix is all set to bring a cheerful and dreamy animated film with Thelma the Unicorn. The story about a small pony and her big dreams of becoming a glamourous music star will soon be premiering on the streaming platform in May. Ahead of its release, the makers have unveiled an exciting trailer to give a glimpse into the life of Thelma and how the magical “unicorn” look turns her into someone she always aspires to be: a music star. Starring singer Brittany Howard as the titular character, Thelma, this adventure comedy movie also features a star-studded voice cast.

Thelma The Unicorn OTT release and plot

Based on the bestselling children’s book by Aaron Blabey, Thelma the Unicorn revolves around the challenging life of the titular pony, Thelma. Her life turns upside down when she is mistaken for a magical unicorn, and her dreams of entering a talent show become real.

Netflix’s upcoming animated film will release on May 17 with a wild ride of musical aspirations and a new identity of fame that comes with a cost.

Thelma the Unicorn trailer

Recently, Netflix shared an intriguing trailer that gives a glimpse into the new life of Thelma, who changed after a mishap of paint that turned her into a mysterious pink-hued unicorn.

Thelma aspires to sing at the Sparkle Palooza event to become a part of the world’s next big musical legend. The trailer showcases how pony Thelma gets a new identity after people begin mistaking her for a real unicorn, and she captivates attention with her mesmerizing vocals and musical talent.

“Sign with me, and I can turn you into a big superstar just like Nikki,” the organizer asks Thelma to sign a talent deal with him. However, the twist here is the fierce competitor, Nikki, who would do anything to reveal the true identity of Thelma. 

The trailer offers an intriguing insight into the glam world of fame and how it comes at the cost of losing your inner self. Thelma The Unicorn explores themes like fame, bigger dreams, identity crises, friendship, and more, which makes this animated film a breezy watch even for adults.

Thelma the Unicorn Cast

Helmed by Jared Hess and Lynn Wang, the adventure animated film is written by Jerucha Hess and Jared. The star-studded ensemble of voice artists features singer Brittany Howard as lead character Thelma, Will Forte as Otis, Jemaine Clement as Vic Diamond, Edi Patterson as Megan, Zach Galifianakis as Crusty Tucker, Fred Armisen as Danny Stallion, Jon Heder as Reggie, Maliaka Mitchell as Peggy, and Ally Dixon as Nikki Narwhal.

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