What do we know about The Magic Faraway Tree movie?

Concept art gives an idea of what the famous tree could look like

A brand new adaptation of a famous children's series is coming to screens later this year, according to the film's director.

The Magic Faraway Tree was written by Malory Towers author Enid Blyton.

It follows the story of a group of children who, forced to move to the countryside, find an enchanted forest and a magical world at the top of a tree.

It is being adapted for screen by former Horrible Histories actor and Wonka screenplay writer Simon Farnaby.

Here's what we know so far.

Who has been cast in The Magic Faraway Tree adaptation?

Actor Nicola Coughlan stars as the pixie Silky

The film features some famous faces, including former Spider-man actor Andrew Garfield as dad Tim.

Claire Foy - best known for starring as Queen Elizabeth II in the biographical TV series The Crown - plays mum Polly.

Delilah Bennett-Cardy, Billie Gadsdon and Phoenix Laroche star as their children Beth, Joe and Fran.

As part of their adventures in the enchanted forest, Beth, Joe and Fran meet a host of colourful characters including Silky the pixie (Nicola Coughlan), Moonface (Nonso Anozie) and Dame Washalot (Jessica Gunning).

Former Horrible Histories actor Simon Farnaby has adapted the Magic Faraway Tree book series for the screen

The film's director, Ben Gregor, says that the children in the film will go through a journey from hating to loving life in the countryside.

In an interview with online news site Deadline, Ben said The Magic Faraway Tree is due to come out late in 2025.

It's been in development with company Neal Street productions since 2014, according to BBC News.

"As a child I was captivated by The Faraway Tree books, and the magical worlds created by Enid Blyton," the film's producer Pippa Harris said in 2014.

"To be able to adapt these books for the big screen and introduce them to a new audience is a great honour."