The history of Mr Benn…..
For a certain generation Mr Benn was essential childhood viewing. A classic animated series created by David McKee and voiced by the late great Ray Brooks it was first broadcast on the BBC in 1971 and the beloved series saw Mr Benn is an ordinary man who has extraordinary adventures whenever he visits a magical fancy-dress shop. Incredibly only 13 episodes were produced but due to its massive popularity the series was repeated regularly and is rightly one of the most fondly remembered programmes in British children’s television history, often ranking among the greatest children’s shows of all time in viewer polls. Well now after many years of rumours (dating back to 1999) its now been confirmed that there will be Mr Benn the movie.
Helming the Mr Benn movie will be….
Responsible for what will be a live action version rather that the animated TV version will be BAFTA nominee Kirk Jones, who helmed the excellent, ‘I Swear’ true life tourettes film who will both write and direct the film. Casting for the lead role of Mr Benn plus supporting roles is due to start later this year, with production expected to begin next year.
What they’re saying…..
Writer and Director Kirk Jones (Nanny McPhee, Waking Ned Devine) notes his immediate connection to the character and the live-action film adaptation:
“I adored Mr Benn as a child and immediately saw the importance of introducing him to a new generation, in a live action adventure. Mr Benn finds a unique way to travel through time and space, visiting historical and futuristic worlds to solve apparently monumental problems, with kindness, compassion and common sense. Following on from I Swear, I am keen to work on a project that is humorous and entertaining, whilst at the same time, in a world full of distractions, help focus on what is important. If all goes to plan, Mr Benn might even save the world.”
The family of the late David McKee said :
“The MR BENN film project has been close to our hearts for many years, it was something our father would often talk about, he was keen to see it happen. It has picked up momentum over time and the pieces have gradually come together. We’re absolutely thrilled to now have Kirk Jones on board to help guide it in the right direction and we are really excited about going back to Festive Road, where we grew up.”
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