# The Magic Faraway Tree film production

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-magic-faraway-tree-film-production
> Updated: 2026-10-11T16:06:58.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The fantasy film ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’, directed by Ben Gregor and written by Simon Farnaby, is an adaptation of the book series by Enid Blyton. The story centers on the Thompson family and their three children, who discover a magical tree in the English countryside that acts as a portal to various unpredictable worlds.

The production features an ensemble cast including Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, Rebecca Ferguson, Nicola Coughlan, Nonso Anozie, Jennifer Saunders, and Judi Dench. The film is scheduled for release in 2026.

## Claims

- The film adaptation of 'The Faraway Tree' is scheduled for release in 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Ben Gregor is the director of the film. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Simon Farnaby wrote the screenplay. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The cast includes Claire Foy, Andrew Garfield, Rebecca Ferguson, Nonso Anozie, and Nicola Coughlan. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The film has a runtime of 110 minutes. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Enid Blyton adaptation 'The Faraway Tree' set for 2026 release

A film adaptation of Enid Blyton’s 'The Faraway Tree' is set for a 2026 release, directed by Ben Gregor and starring Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/enid-blyton-adaptation-the-faraway-tree-set-for-2026-release

### 2026-10-05: The Magic Faraway Tree film set for October 2026 release

The fantasy film ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’, based on Enid Blyton’s books and directed by Ben Gregor, is set for release on October 8, 2026, starring Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-magic-faraway-tree-film-set-for-october-2026-release

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