Episode
Is The Magic Faraway Tree the family film of the year?
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- Popcorn Podcast
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- Mar 25, 2026
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- 1792
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Summary
It's been nine decades since Enid Blyton first published her The Magic Faraway Tree book series, and it's hard to believe it's never had a live-action adaptation until now. Popcorn Podcast climbs the tree to review Ben Gregor's long-awaited film, starring Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, Nicola Coughlan, Jessica Gunning, Rebecca Ferguson and a cast list that reads like a British acting Hall of Fame. We dig into what the film gets right (a heartfelt modern spin on screen addiction and family disconnection) and get honest about where it stumbles (a lack of centralised conflict and a Rebecca Ferguson performance that's brilliant but frustratingly brief), plus reveal what brought Leigh to tears. More Popcorn: Does How to Train Your Dragon soar or sink? David Henrie's Monster Summer Know someone who loves movies? Please share Popcorn Podcast with your friends. Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air by shouting Leigh and Tim a movie snack . Visit popcornpodcast.com for movie reviews, celebrity interviews and giveaways. Popcorn Podcast interviews the biggest stars on YouTube: Popcorn Podcast . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.