20-05-2025
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Gavin and Stacey star's next project announced but fans will have to wait to see it
Gavin and Stacey star's next project announced but fans will have to wait to see it
Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon is set to star in a new BBC animation
Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon has landed an exciting new role
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Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon has landed an exciting new role however fans have to wait a while before they can watch it.
The actor, 60, who is known for his role as Uncle Bryn, will star in new BBC animation The Scarecrows' Wedding, which is based on the hit book by Julia Donaldson.
The half-hour animated special features an all-star voice cast with Rob voicing Reginald Rake. Meanwhile co-star Jessie Buckley will voice Betty O'Barley and Domhnall Gleeson as Harry O'Hay.
The storyline will be led by Sophie Okonedo, who is the Narrator and viewers will be able to watch the new film this Christmas on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
The Scarecrows' Wedding is an enchanting story about two devoted scarecrows, Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay, who are planning a wedding to remember.
The actor is well known for his role as Uncle Bryn on Gavin and Stacey
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The synopsis continues: 'When Harry insists on leaving the farm to collect one last thing for their big day, a smooth-talking scarecrow named Reginald Rake swoops in with plans of his own.
'Chaos follows, and soon Betty's in danger and everything's at risk. Can Harry get back in time and save the day? Full of heart, humour and adventure, this is the joyful tale about loyalty, love and learning that the most important thing isn't a grand gesture – it's simply being together.'
Speaking about the movie, Rob's co-star Jessie Buckley said: "I love this story. The film has so many beautiful little moments but I love the scene where the first glimmers of love get expressed between Harry and Betty – the anxiety and the tentativeness around that.'
BBC and Magic Light Pictures announce The Scarecrows' Wedding, based on the hit book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
She added: 'They're both edging closer and closer to being in the relationship, realising that they want to be together… we've all been there. It's all about young love, and recognising what's important to you in life. "
The film is the 13th animated special that Magic Light Pictures have produced for the BBC. Last year's animation, Tiddler, saw an audience of 7.3 million and the highest audience share on Christmas Day for a Magic Light Pictures film since The Gruffalo in 2009.
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Director of BBC Drama Lindsay Salt added: 'We're incredibly proud of our enduring partnership with Julia, Axel and Magic Light Pictures, and can't wait to bring the Scarecrows' big day to millions of viewers across the UK this Christmas.
"Much like the wedding itself, this charming, funny and exquisitely animated adventure has all the perfect ingredients.'
The Scarecrows' Wedding will air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One this Christmas.
