Andrew Garfield, Nicola Coughlan and Rebecca Ferguson Dazzle in First Trailer for ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’
A new film based on Enid Blyton’s classic The Magic Faraway Tree is on the way, and it’s shaping up to be a big fantasy release for 2026.
The movie is being directed by Ben Gregor and brings the well-known book series into a modern setting. Simon Farnaby, who has been involved with the project for several years, wrote the script.
The story centers on a family that leaves their normal life behind and moves to the quiet British countryside. Once there, they discover a strange tree that leads them into magical worlds filled with unusual characters and surprising adventures. The film aims to mix the charm of Blyton’s original books with themes that reflect today’s kids, including struggles with change and anxiety.
A story cherished for generations… now brought to life on the big screen.
— The Magic Faraway Tree Film (@TMFTFilm) December 3, 2025
We’re so excited to share the official teaser trailer for #TheMagicFarawayTree 🌙✨🌳
Step into a world of wonder when the film arrives in UK & Irish cinemas on 27 March 2026.
We can’t wait for you to see… pic.twitter.com/tVIvt1uyUZ
The cast features several well-known names. Claire Foy plays Polly Thompson, while Andrew Garfield appears as Tim Thompson. The younger members of the family are played by Delilah Bennett-Cardy, Billie Gadsdon and Phoenix Laroche. Nicola Coughlan plays Silky, and Nonso Anozie takes on the role of Moonface. The film also includes Jessica Gunning, Dustin Demri-Burns, and more actors joining as the tree’s quirky residents.
Production for the movie took a long path. The adaptation first began several years ago at StudioCanal. When some team members moved on to form Elysian Film Group, the project followed them. In 2024, Elysian partnered with Neal Street Productions to officially push the film forward. That same year, the cast expanded with new announcements, including Rebecca Ferguson, Jennifer Saunders, and others.
First trailer for ‘THE MAGIC FARAWAY TREE’, starring Andrew Garfield, Nicola Coughlan and Rebecca Ferguson.
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) December 3, 2025
The film follows a family who arrive to the countryside & discover a magical tree & its mystical residents
In theaters on March 27, 2026. pic.twitter.com/c6cmy1doec
Filming began in mid-2024 at Shinfield Studios in Berkshire. Music for the movie will come from Isabella Summers of Florence and the Machine, who is also creating an original song for the film.
The Magic Faraway Tree is scheduled to open in the U.K. and Ireland on March 27, 2026.
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