A modern family relocates to the countryside where the children discover a magical tree with eccentric residents. They're transported to fantastical lands, rekindling their family bond through adventures.
The Magic Faraway Tree (2026) is a adventure, family and fantasy film directed by Ben Gregor, released on March 26, 2026 with a runtime of 1h 50m. It stars Billie Gadsdon, Nicola Coughlan, Delilah Bennett-Cardy and Phoenix Laroche. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 64 ratings.
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Billie Gadsdon
as Fran Thompson
Nicola Coughlan
as Silky
Delilah Bennett-Cardy
as Beth Thompson
Phoenix Laroche
as Joe Thompson
Nonso Anozie
as Moonface
Andrew Garfield
as Tim Thompson
Rebecca Ferguson
as Dame Snap
Claire Foy
as Polly Thompson
Jessica Gunning
as Dame Washalot
Dustin Demri-Burns
as Saucepan Man
Jennifer Saunders
as Grandma
Simon Farnaby
as Farmer Brian
Directed by Ben Gregor, written by Enid Blyton and Simon Farnaby, produced by Pippa Harris, Nicolas Brown and Jane Hooks.
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 64 ratings.
We used to have loads of this author’s books at home when we were kids, and I always thought her signature on the cover said Gnid, rather than Enid. Now fifty years or so later, her stories don’t always stand the test of time or attitudes, but this one is an entertaining fantasy that has been updated to take aim, fairly and squarely, at modern day obsessions with technology. The “Thompson” family have fallen on…
Reviewed on April 1, 2026
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The main cast of The Magic Faraway Tree (2026) includes Billie Gadsdon, Nicola Coughlan, Delilah Bennett-Cardy, Phoenix Laroche and Nonso Anozie. The film was directed by Ben Gregor. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The Magic Faraway Tree was released on March 26, 2026 and runs for 1h 50m.
The Magic Faraway Tree (2026) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 64 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy adventure, family and fantasy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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