Paddington - reviews of 'warm, witty' film adaptation

Big-hearted film of childhood classic is 'a total delight' that will charm children and adults

Paddington

What you need to know

The film adaptation of Michael Bond's children's classic, Paddington, has opened in UK cinemas. The comedy, co-written and directed by Paul King (The Mighty Boosh), stars Ben Whishaw as the voice of Paddington bear, with Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Peter Capaldi and Nicole Kidman.

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