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The Magic Faraway Tree

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Adapted from Enid Blyton's beloved classic novel The Magic Faraway Tree, the film centers on Polly (Claire Foy), Tim (Andrew Garfield), and their three children -- a modern family forced to relocate to the remote English countryside. As they adapt to their new lives, the children discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents, including treasured characters Moonface (Nonso Anozie), Silky (Nicola Coughlan), Dame Washalot (Jessica Gunning), and Saucepan Man (Dustin Demri-Burns). At the top of the tree, they are transported to spectacular, fantastical lands, and through the joys and challenges of their adventures, the family learns to reconnect and value each other for the first time in years.

Cast & Crew

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Ben Gregor

Director

Andrew Garfield

Tim

Claire Foy

Polly

Nonso Anozie

Moonface

Nicola Coughlan

Silky

Jessica Gunning

Dame Washalot

Critics Reviews

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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 5d
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 6d
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) Apr 2
3/5
May this sweet-natured whimsy introduce a new generation to Enid Blyton’s timeless tales. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Adapted from Enid Blyton's beloved classic novel The Magic Faraway Tree, the film centers on Polly (Claire Foy), Tim (Andrew Garfield), and their three children -- a modern family forced to relocate to the remote English countryside. As they adapt to their new lives, the children discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents, including treasured characters Moonface (Nonso Anozie), Silky (Nicola Coughlan), Dame Washalot (Jessica Gunning), and Saucepan Man (Dustin Demri-Burns). At the top of the tree, they are transported to spectacular, fantastical lands, and through the joys and challenges of their adventures, the family learns to reconnect and value each other for the first time in years.
Director
Ben Gregor
Producer
Pippa Harris, Nicolas Brown, Danny Perkins, Jane Hooks
Screenwriter
Simon Farnaby
Distributor
Vertical
Production Co
Ashland Hill Media Finance, Elysian Film Group
Genre
Kids & Family, Adventure, Fantasy
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 21, 2026, Wide