The Snow Spider series by Jenny Nimmo is to be adapted into a five-part fantasy drama on CBBC and BBC Wales. The bestselling trilogy, first published in 1986, follows nine-year-old Gwyn Griffiths on a mystical journey of discovery. Produced by Leopard Pictures and adapted for television by BAFTA award-winning writer Owen Sheers, the new 5 x … Continued
Sir Michael Morpurgo is not one to rest on his laurels. The 76-year-old has been entertaining young readers since the 70s with his work. He currently has 130 books to his name, with several, like the smash hit War Horse, being adapted for stage and then screen. The latest small-screen adaptation of a Morpurgo tale … Continued
Casting has been announced for the dazzling, modern adaptation of Worzel Gummidge, which will be enchanting BBC One viewers later this year. Set to broadcast in two one-hour films, this family treat is inspired by the classic books of Barbara Euphan Todd and is pegged to be the TV event of the season. Mackenzie Crook … Continued
A dazzling, modern adaptation of Worzel Gummidge comes to BBC One in two hour-long films, inspired by the classic books of Barbara Euphan Todd. Mackenzie Crook writes, directs and stars as Worzel Gummidge. Leopard Pictures, part of Argonon Group, are partnering with Treasure Trove Productions and Lola Entertainment to bring these glorious stories to life for … Continued