What we know about the new animated Cat in the Hat film

The Cat in the Hat is back - this time in a brand-new animated adventure.

Warner Bros Animation studios has unveiled the first trailer for the film, set to hit cinemas next February.

This is the first feature-length animated film, inspired by Dr. Seuss' most famous character.

It comes more than 20 years after a live-action version of The Cat in the Hat, starring Shrek voice actor Mike Myers in 2003.

In the new movie, American comedian Bill Hader voices the mischievous lead character.

You might recognise him as the voice of Fear in Inside Out as well as appearances in other animated films such as Toy Story 4 and Lightyear.

What do we know about the new film?

The story follows the Cat as he embarks on his most challenging mission yet for the Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, LLC (IIII).

His task is to help brother and sister, Sebastian and Gabby, adjust as they move to a new town. The risk is, if he fails, he risks losing his magical hat forever.

The trailer starts with the Cat in the Hat opening a box which is clearly marked "Do Not Open" - a hint at the character's cheeky behaviour.

The film will also star British actor Matt Berry as a talking pet fish and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness actress Xochitl Gomez as Gabby.