BBC's 'Tiddler' Delights Audiences with Star-Studded Christmas Adaptation

The 12th Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler adaptation celebrates storytelling and imagination with vibrant animation and a stellar voice cast.

The BBC premiered 'Tiddler,' a 22-minute animated adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's beloved children's book, on Christmas Day.
The story follows a small fish with a vivid imagination who uses his tall tales to navigate challenges and find his way home, emphasizing the value of storytelling and creativity.
Hannah Waddingham narrates the film, joined by a star-studded cast including comedians Lolly Adefope, Jayde Adams, and Rob Brydon, with child actor Reuben Kirby debuting as Tiddler.
Created by Magic Light Pictures, the adaptation features expressive animation, a warm narrative, and a poignant tribute to Donaldson's late husband, Malcolm, in the closing credits.
The film continues the tradition of Donaldson-Scheffler adaptations as a Christmas staple, following the success of previous hits like 'The Gruffalo' and 'Tabby McTat.'