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Gina Rodriguez, who stars in "Jane The Virgin," will portray the main character of "Where In The World Is Carmen Santiago?" Read on for more details.

The award-winning actress of the hit CW show expands her reach with a project that caters to much younger viewers. She will take on the role of the animated version of the globe-trotting thief in the nostalgic educational game franchise.

Gina Rodriguez To Play As Carmen Sandiego

Tracking Board exclusively reported that Netflix already ordered 20 episodes of the said show. It hints at the possibility that it will focus on the game's mission, which is to educate the audience.

Jennifer Lopez was in talks to play the character in a live-action movie in 2011. According to Deadline, the crew then revealed that the "World of Dance" host will only join as a producer but the said flick did not push through. Before her, there were reports that Sandra Bullock is also attached to the role.

It seems that the third time is a charm for Rodriguez and her voice acting career. The 32-year-old star already has two animated movies, which will premiere this year. The list includes "The Star" from Sony Pictures and "Ferdinand" from Twentieth Century Fox.

"Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego" Update

This will be the latest installment for the Brøderbund Software game since its debut in 1997. The franchise released a series of video games throughout the years. They even launched two game show spin-offs and one cartoon series.

The franchise features Carmen Sandiego, who wore an iconic all-red hat and trench coat ensemble. The ACME agency is now focused on catching their former detective. She currently works as the leader of VILE, ACME's rival group.

Will Gina Rodriguez keep playing Carmen Sandiego in the future? Meanwhile, "Jane the Virgin" Season 3 airs on The CW. Stay tuned for more updates.