David Walliams is to host a new documentary focusing on the beloved children’s story ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’.
‘Chitty Flies Again’ will feature the children’s author discover the history of the classic tale as he attempts to build his own winged motor car.
A TV insider told The Sun newspaper’s Bizarre TV column: "This show is a real labour of love for David, who has been a fan of the story since he was a child.
"Getting the chance to try to build a flying car just like Chitty is nothing short of a dream come true for him. It will be a Christmas miracle if he can get it off the ground."
Following the success of the 1964 book ‘Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang: The Magical Car’ – written by ‘James Bond’ author Ian Fleming – Dick Van Dyke starred in the musical adaption in 1968, and it was made into a West End show in 2002.
The ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ judge will look into the history of the classic tale for the Channel 4 Christmas special, as well as reveal behind-the-scenes footage of the hit film and meet various cast members.
It was recently announced the 48-year-old comedian will join the star-studded cast in the modern adaption of ‘Oliver Twist’.
David is set to play Mr. Losberne – the doctor who treats Oliver after he is shot – alongside Michael Caine as Fagin, with Sadie Frost and Jude Law’s son Rafferty as the orphan.
The film is a contemporary update on the classic Charles Dickens tale, as Oliver is reinvented as a streetwise artist living on the streets of modern London.
A chance encounter with the Artful Dodger sees Oliver caught up in a high stakes attempt to steal a painting for master thief, Fagin.
Michael, 86, said: "Fagin is such an infamous character, it’s going to be great fun playing him. I’m really looking forward to working with Lena, Raff and the rest of the cast in London when we start shooting."
Raff, 23, in his first major role, said: "I’m excited to play such a well-loved literary character, and I’m looking forward to working with Martin Owen to bring to life his new take on the character in modern-day London."
David Walliams to front Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Christmas documentary
