Husband and wife Christopher Lee and Fann Wong, who have been married since 2009, are working together on an animated feature for the first time.
They are lending their voices in Library Of Mystory, an upcoming Singapore-produced 3D animated movie.
This also marks their big-screen reunion 17 years after they appeared together in the 2009 rom-com The Wedding Game.
Lee and Wong voice the Emperor and Empress, respectively, in the movie, described as a fantasy adventure inspired by the Tang era.
They play the parents of the central character, Prince Cheng Xi (voiced by Clement Yeo), who is not particularly keen on his royal duties.
To ensure their wayward son does not waste any more time avoiding his responsibilities, they enrol him in a prestigious school.
There, he meets Si Yu (Lea Chong), a smart young woman and the daughter of one of his teachers.
Although they do not get off on the right foot, the pair eventually decide to work together after stumbling upon a hidden library and uncovering an ancient secret.
According to a press statement, Lee and Wong described working on the film as meaningful and a memorable experience.
“We were both drawn to the sincerity, imagination and bold creativity behind this project. It is also wonderful to see Singapore’s independent creators continuing to push boundaries and explore new possibilities for local animation," they said in a joint statement.
“We feel truly honoured and excited to be part of this journey, and we hope audiences will enjoy stepping into this imaginative animated world,” they added.
Library Of Mystory is directed, written and self-funded by the author of the original book, Chen Junhua, who established Movitoir Studios.
It is currently in production and is scheduled for release in June 2027.
