Zag, the Paris-based animation studio known for Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, has announced the development of a new animated franchise titled Carmen. This project draws inspiration from the motorsport achievements of former Formula 1 development driver Carmen Jorda.

The Carmen franchise will include:

• A theatrical animated feature film
• An animated series
• A full consumer products program

Carmen Jorda has competed in racing series such as GP3, Indy Lights, and the Le Mans Series. She made history as only the 11th woman to join a Formula 1 team’s driver lineup and recently returned to Alpine as the head of its F1 Academy program. Her groundbreaking career forms the basis of the Carmen narrative, which follows a young driver navigating the intense world of racing, described as a place “where fear moves faster than any car on the track.”

The creative team includes producers Jeremy Zag, filmmaker Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman), and Tyler Thompson (Rush, Black Swan). Former HBO Max and Netflix executive Andrea Puig will serve as executive producer.

Jeremy Zag stated that the studio aims to create heroes who inspire children to believe in themselves, and that Carmen Jorda’s journey and perseverance are central to the new project. Jorda expressed her hope that the story will encourage young girls to pursue their dreams in motorsport. Michael Gracey highlighted Carmen’s resilience and ambition as key qualities that will shape the franchise’s narrative.

No release date or distribution details for the Carmen projects have been announced at this time.

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