It has been over 2 decades since Spielberg has shown interest in bringing the beloved animated series Tintin to big screen. The time is finally here.

The film giant has reportedly committed to making at least one film featuring the intrepid Belgian boy reporter, although it has not yet been decided which of the 24 comic books will be adapted for the project.

Nick Rodwell, head of Herge Studios which was set up by Tintin creator George Remis in 1950, confirms the company will go into pre-production on a film scheduled for release in 2009.

He says, ""If movie number one works, we will continue.""

Tintin first appeared in a Belgian children's newspaper in 1929. It went on to become a comic book series and an animated TV show."