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FILE - In this July 17, 2006 file photo, Executive producer, Rob Thomas, left, answers questions about the upcoming season of "Veronica Mars" as actress Kristen Bell looks on during The CW\'s Television Critics Association press conference in Pasadena, Calif. “Veronica Mars” creator Thomas and stars of the TV show that aired from 2004-07 have launched an online fundraising campaign for a big-screen version. (AP Photo/Lucas Jackson, File)

‘Veronica Mars’ creator Thomas and star Kristen Bell launch online fundraiser for movie

LOS ANGELES, Calif. – “Veronica Mars” fans eager for a movie based on the TV series have a chance to put their money where their hopes are.

Series creator Rob Thomas launched an online crowd-funding campaign Wednesday to make a big-screen version of the show. “Veronica Mars,” which starred Kristen Bell as a young sleuth, ended its three-season run in 2007.

On the Kickstarter website, Thomas said the $2 million fundraiser represents “our one shot to see a ‘Veronica Mars’ movie happen.” More than 13,000 backers had pledged nearly $1 million within hours Wednesday.

Thomas said “Veronica Mars” owner Warner Bros. has given the project its blessing, and Bell and other cast members are ready to begin production this summer for a 2014 release.

The fundraising campaign ends April 12.

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