Disney+ is developing a live-action series based on Casper the Friendly Ghost. 

It is “described as a modern update on the classic ghost story” with “a dark edge to it the way Wednesday tackles the Addams Family lore.”

Rob Letterman and Hilary Winston are writing, with Letterman set to direct. They will executive produce with Steven Spielberg.

Casper originated in animated movies by Famous Studios released between 1945 and 1959. The character was then acquired by Harvey Comics, which had published Casper comics since 1952. Since then, Casper has headlined a slew of comic books, five animated TV series as well as Universal Pictures’ 1995 live-action feature Casper

Deadline first reported on the new series.