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The Magic Faraway Tree

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Wendy Ide Observer (UK) Mar 30
If you can get past some rather overegged child-actor performances, it’s an enjoyable enough option for Easter holiday family entertainment. Go to Full Review Kevin Maher The Times (UK) Mar 30
2/5
Farnaby’s screenplay is deplorable. Go to Full Review Mark Kermode Kermode and Mayo's Take (YouTube) Mar 27
I found it surprisingly charming, and entertaining, and kind of uplifting, Go to Full Review Sarah Cartland Caution Spoilers 1d
3/5
A gently sparkling comfort blanket with a smattering of jokes. I haven’t felt so invested in a homegrown tomato crop since the first lockdown. Go to Full Review Harris Dang Impulse Gamer 2d
4/5
The Magic Faraway Tree is a wonderfully whimsical, heart-warming piece of work. It transposes its source material into a modern setting with felt sincerity and effective wit. It is also a reminder that childlike wonder will always be timeless. Go to Full Review Whang Yee Ling The Straits Times (Singapore) 5d
3/5
May this sweet-natured whimsy introduce a new generation to Enid Blyton’s timeless tales. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Ben Gregor

Director

Andrew Garfield

Tim

Claire Foy

Polly

Nicola Coughlan

Silky

Jessica Gunning

Dame Washalot

Rebecca Ferguson

Dame Snap
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The Magic Faraway Tree

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Movie Info

Director
Ben Gregor
Production Co
Ashland Hill Media Finance, Elysian Film Group
Genre
Kids & Family, Adventure, Fantasy
Original Language
British English