Actor-singer Jennifer Lopez is producing Bob the Builder animated theatrical movie which will have actor Anthony Ramos voicing the title character.

With the success of Warner Bros.' Barbie, which brought in over $1.4 billion at the box office, Mattel announced a number of film and television projects, Bob the Builder being the most recent. Anthony Ramos, star of "In the Heights," plays Roberto, or "Bob," in the film. Bob is a construction worker who goes to Puerto Rico for a major construction job. 

There, he tackles various issues around the island and learns the true meaning of building as he experiences Caribbean-Latin culture.

The series based on the cheerful handyman first appeared on CBBC 25 years ago. It was telecasted from 1999 to 2011.

“Pairing Anthony and Felipe’s genius vision for the story will capture this beloved character in a manner that audiences who grew up with Bob will recognise, and all-new audiences will enjoy,” said Robbie Brenner, president of Mattel Films.

Ramos said Bob the Builder carries an “important message” to the big screen, adding that elements of the film were inspired by his own life and paid tribute to the character’s positive reinforcement catchphrase.

“For years, Bob the Builder’s characters have inspired young people around the world. A movie about friends working together, a celebration of a beautiful home they share, and how love can help to conquer any obstacle in your way. Can we fix it? Yes, we can!” he added.

In 2011, Bob and fellow kids’ favourite Thomas & Friends were sold to Mattel for $680m. A revamped show was met with criticism from fans of the original series.

Ramos will also produce 'Bob the Builder' with Alex Bulkley and Corey Campodonico of ShadowMachine. Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas and Benny Medina will produce for Jennifer’s company Nuyorican Productions.