Nicola Coughlan’s “enchanting” new movie is now available to watch at home

You can now watch The Magic Faraway Tree at home! This enchanting movie, starring Nicola Coughlan, is based on the classic books by Enid Blyton. Claire Foy and Andrew Garfield star as Polly and Tim Thompson.

After Polly leaves her job, the family moves to the countryside. There, their children – Beth, Fran, and Joe – discover a magical tree.

Simon Farnaby not only wrote the screenplay for the film, but he also appears in it, alongside Rebecca Ferguson, Nonso Anozie, Jessica Gunning, and Dustin Demri-Burns.

Ben Gregor’s film is now available to purchase or rent on digital platforms like Prime Video and AppleTV.

You can currently rent The Magic Faraway Tree for £15.99 or buy it for £19.99. It’s also still showing in movie theaters.

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Rotten Tomatoes reports a 91% approval rating from critics based on 35 reviews. They describe the film as cheerful and charming.

Mark Kermode described the film as surprisingly charming, enjoyable, and ultimately uplifting.

According to Empire Magazine, while the magical creatures sometimes seem a bit silly and over-the-top, the film has enough warmth and funny moments to still be charming.

While it doesn’t revolutionize the genre, this movie offers a fun and creative experience that families are sure to enjoy.

According to Time Out, while The Magic Faraway Tree doesn’t quite reach the heights of films like Wonka or Paddington 2, it’s still an enjoyable family movie. The film benefits from a strong cast, a positive message, and some exciting adventures, making it a welcome reason to disconnect and relax.

The Guardian described the film as a charming and heartwarming family fantasy, full of lighthearted fun and delightfully quirky characters.

The Magic Faraway Tree is available to buy or rent on Prime Video and Apple TV.

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2026-05-12 13:49