Based on the famed children’s book by Margery Williams, the live-action animated hybrid tells the story of a child who, with his new favorite toy, discovers lifelong friendship and a world of magic; the family holiday series streams November 22.
Apple TV+ has shared a trailer and images for its upcoming November 22 global streaming debut of the Apple Original special The Velveteen Rabbit, based on the classic children’s book by Margery Williams. Produced by Magic Light Pictures, the 40-minute special mixes live-action and animation to capture a child’s imagination, leaning into the timeless classic in an all-new way.
The special tells the story of seven-year-old William, who receives a new favorite toy for Christmas and discovers a lifelong friend, unlocking a world of magic.
Enjoy the trailer:
Phoenix Laroche (The Royal Nanny) is featured as “William,” alongside an all-star cast, including the voices of Alex Lawther (Andor) as “the Velveteen Rabbit;” Academy Award nominee Helena Bonham Carter (The Crown, Harry Potter) as “Wise Horse;” Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) as “Playroom Fairy;” Bethany Antonia (House of Dragon) as “Female Rabbit;” Lois Chimimba (Still Up) as “Car;” Paterson Joseph (Vigil) as “King;” Clive Rowe (So Awkward) as “Lion;” Nathaniel Parker (The Inspector Lynley Mysteries) as “Male Rabbit;” Tilly Vosburgh (Inside Man) as “Momo;” as well as Samantha Colley (Genius) as “Mother;” and Leonard Buckley (The Great) as “Father.”
Magic Light Pictures co-founder Martin Pope produces (Academy Award nominee The Gruffalo and BAFTA & International Emmy winning Revolting Rhymes) with a screenplay by Tom Bidwell, creator of the BAFTA- and International Emmy-nominated My Mad Fat Diary and the Oscar-nominated short Wish 143.
Source: Apple TV+
Debbie Diamond Sarto is news editor at Animation World Network.
