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Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan and Baby Reindeer star Jessica Gunning join Hollywood names as cast of the movie adaptation of Enid Blyton's The Faraway Tree is revealed
The full cast for the live action movie adaptation of Enid Blyton's beloved The Faraway Tree books has been announced.
British icons Sirs Lenny Henry, Michael Palin and Simon Russell Beale have also been announced and will play a trio of mystical wise men from the Land of Know-Alls. As per the official synopsis for the film: 'Soon after the family's arrival in the countryside, the children discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents, including treasured characters Moonface, Silky, Dame Washalot and Saucepan Man. CEO of Elysian Film Group, Danny Perkins said: 'Attracting such talented high-profile individuals to this project is testament to the power of Blyton's enduring legacy and the continued commerciality of her storytelling.'
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