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BBC and Magic Light Pictures, renowned producers with a knack for converting books into Oscar-seeking missiles, are at it again with “The Scarecrows’ Wedding”.
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This captivating tale of love and straw, brought to life by the best selling dynamic duo, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, will be yanked from the pages of their book and beamed directly into your living room.
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Make room amidst the turkey and tinsel this Christmas, because this half-hour animated extravaganza will be premiering on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
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Adding some fame-glazed icing on this festive cake is premier voice virtuoso, Rob Brydon, fresh from his stints in ‘Gavin and Stacey’ and ‘The Trip’. He’ll be lending his vocal chords to bring this charming tale alive like only he can.
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Annnnddd action, folks! Our animation connoisseurs are about to grace us with another unwrapping-gorging-break, TV watching epic! “The Scarecrows’ Wedding” is not just another heartwarming tale of “strawnge” love, but a testament to the couple’s high fibre commitment! Strap yourselves in for a yuletide adventure replete with an ensemble voice cast. And Rob Brydon? More like “Rob Bry-don’t-miss-out-on-his-performance” amirite? With every syllable, he’ll paint you a masterpiece. This Christmas, forget the old fat man sledding the skies. Watch out for a pair of love-struck scarecrows tying the knot. Who needs rings when you can exchange crows, eh!
A thrilling announcement has just been made by BBC and Magic Light Pictures – the multi-Oscar nominated producers. They will soon be releasing an animated adaption of The Scarecrows’ Wedding, a story birthed from the creative minds of UK’s top picture book creators, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. The interesting story will make its debut on BBC iPlayer and BBC One this upcoming Christmas season.
The animated special, which lasts for half an hour, boasts a star-studded voice cast including returning loved celebrity Rob Brydon, known for his roles in Gavin and Stacey, The Trip) and he will be giving voice to the character, Reginald Rake. We also have Jessie Buckley highlited in Wicked Little Letters and Wild Rose delivering the voice for Betty O’Barley, and Domhnall Gleeson, memorable in About Time and Alice and Jack, will be the voice behind Harry O’Hay. All under the lead of the talented Sophie Okonedo known for Slow Horses and Hotel Rwanda, who narrates the story.
The charming story of The Scarecrows’ Wedding revolves around two devoted scarecrows, Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay, planning an unforgettable wedding. But trouble arises when a smooth-talking scarecrow named Reginald Rake has plans of his own. The delightful narrative is jam-packed with heart, humor, and adventure, rendering an evocative tale about loyalty, love, and the priceless truth that being together gives the fulfilment no grand gesture can.
“The Scarecrows’ Wedding is my most cherished creation with Axel Scheffler. The warm and playful cast beautifully portrays the chemistry between Betty and Harry and the charming villain, Reginald Rake. I am thrilled to have this as this year’s animated adaptation from Magic Light Pictures.” – Julia Donaldson, Author
“The Scarecrows’ Wedding seems the perfect watch this Christmas. The stunning animation and the chemistry between Jessie Buckley and Domhnall Gleeson as Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay breathe life into the story.” – Barney Goodland, Producer
“We are proud to air The Scarecrows’ big day this Christmas. Much like the wedding itself, this charming animated adventure has all the perfect ingredients.” – Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama
This animated film,The Scarecrows’ Wedding, owes its origin to a highly successful picture book authored by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. This film, being the 13th animated special adapted from their work by Magic Light Pictures for the BBC, comes with high hopes. Last year’s animation, Tiddler, reeled in 7.3 million viewers, marking the highest audience share for a Magic Light Pictures film since The Gruffalo aired in 2009.
The Scarecrows’ Wedding is directed by Samantha Cutler and Jeroen Jaspaert and brought to life with the production efforts by Barney Goodland and Micheal Rose from Magic Light Pictures. The film was selected for production by Charlotte Moore, BBC Chief Content Officer, and Nawfal Faizullah, BBC Drama Commissioning Editor.
Check out Magic Light’s previous adaptations of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s works available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/bbc-and-magic-light-pictures-announce-the-scarecrows-wedding-based-on-julia-donaldson-and-axel-scheffler-hit-book/