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Amanda Seyfried is “100 per cent optimistic” a third ‘Mamma Mia!’ movie will get made.The 39-year-old actress starred in the Abba jukebox musical film in 2008 and its sequel ‘Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again’ a decade later, and has now revealed she is “holding out hope” for a third flick.Speaking with Collider, Seyfried said: “I think the second one proves that there’s always a need or a desire. “I’m holding out hope. I’m not holding my breath for it to happen at any specific point, but I do believe, in my heart of hearts, that we’re all going to band together to make it happen. I do.“Because there’s just a desire from us, from the creators too, and when there’s enough of a desire, it usually takes place, especially if it’s so positive. I can’t wait.”The ‘Mean Girls’ star...

Paddington in Peru has been yet another success for the titular bear based on the children’s books by Michael Bond, with this third installment managing to take the marmalade lover out of his London comfort zone and back to Peru whilst still achieving universal critical and audience acclaim. Featuring an ensemble including Oscar-winner Olivia Colman, Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, and Ben Whishaw, Paddington in Peru has climbed its way to the heady heights of $175 million at the global box office, split between a domestic haul of $37.1 million and $138.8 million from overseas markets.

"Plot armor" refers to the level of protection given to a fictional character, and the thicker the so-called armor, the tougher it is to injure or kill them. Having too much plot armor often becomes problematic when it gets in the way of satisfactory character arcs. Usually, it is most transparent when applied to the main character, but in the world of Harry Potter, it applies to several characters.

Rowling always intended for certain characters to have specific endings, but twisting fate to generate a sense of closure made for occasionally weak storytelling. The best and most popular Harry Potter characters had more plot armor than their relatively less-known counterparts. Despite the narrative supporting the removal of several characters, some survived longer than they should have.

Updated on March 6, 2025, by Ajay Aravind: When it makes logical sense for a character to die, but they're still somehow saved, fans lose the...

Paddington In Peru Worldwide Box Office: Hits A Major Milestone ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Paddington in Peru, directed by Dougal Wilson, opened in US theatres alongside the MCU biggie Captain America: Brave New World. Despite the tough competition, the film crossed a significant milestone in North America, which resulted in it hitting a bigger milestone worldwide. It is Wilson’s feature film debut. Keep scrolling for the deets.

This live-action animated adventure comedy film is the third installment in the Paddington film series. It is based on Michael Bond’s Paddington stories and features Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Carla Tous, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Ben Whishaw as the voice of Paddington. The movie was released in the UK in November 2024 and received positive reviews from the critics.

Paddington in Peru has excellent ratings on Rotten Tomatoes; the critics gave it 93%, while the audience gave it 91%. According to Luiz Fernando’s report,...

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Following its London premiere in November 2024, Paddington in Perurecently opened in limited U.S. theaters on February 14, 2025. As the lovable teddy bear travels to South America for a new adventure, the elephant in the room is the absence of star Sally Hawkins, who starred in the first two Paddington films under the direction of Paul King.

With Paul King also removed and replaced with Dougal Wilson, Paddington in Peru may lack the tear-jerking charms of the last franchise entry. Paddington 2 was received so well and viewed as such an improvement on the original that fans wonder why Hawkins and King left the franchise after delivering such a magical touch with the second film.

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Many may complain that the third installment of the Paddington franchise, Paddington in Peru, pulls at the heartstrings so blatantly that it feels manipulative. However, I contend that this is precisely why we love this Andean Spectacled Bear so much. Our affection has only grown from these moments and is in full bloom.

This franchise is so positive that one might argue it’s stickier and sweeter than a citrus preserve. Yet, Paddington in Peru maintains the love and levity that has become the trilogy’s signature. It’s a fun family film that knows its audience and keeps them coming back for more.

Paddington in Peru Review and Synopsis

Paddington in Peru’s story is relatable, as Paddington (Skyfall’s Ben Whishaw) receives word that his relative is acting strangely. That relative is his Aunt Lucy (Vera Drake’s Imelda Staunton), the sweet woman who raised him in the Peruvian Amazon.

Paddington in Paddington In Peru.

Although there are still a few weeks before most kids get their much anticipated Spring breaks, another “family-friendly” franchise flick arrives which hopes to give a bit of warmth to the chilly last weeks of Winter. Now December, and 2024, finished up with two such films, Mufasa: The Lion King which is a rare sequel/prequel in Disney’s series, and another adventure of the video game superstar, Sonic The Hedgehog 3. Like the latter, this new release is the third outing, and it also mixes a CGI-animated character in a live-action world. However, it also shares its origins with the current (for the last two weeks) box office champ Dog Man, which is based on a beloved series of children’s books. Now can the filmmakers score a rare “hat trick’ as the first sequel is so admired that it was ‘name-checked” at the end...

He’s small, he’s brown, he’s furry and rocks a blue duffel coat and a red hat (no, not that kind of red hat) like nobody’s business. His name is Paddington, and for close to seven decades, this tiny London-based bear has delighted discerning young readers with his extreme politeness, his propensity for getting into misadventures and his loyalty to family and friends.

Arguably the most beloved ursine hero in children’s literature — suck it, Winnie the Pooh! — writer Michael Bond’s creation has gone on to become a star of stage,...

Plot: When Paddington discovers his beloved aunt has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the jungles of Peru to find her. Determined to solve the mystery, they soon stumble across a legendary treasure as they make their way through the rainforests of the Amazon.

Review: There is no way that any person can dislike the Paddington films. Beautifully made and whimsically appealing for all ages, the first Paddington was a treat when it hit screens a decade ago, and the sequel was a nearly perfect movie in every way. Seven years have passed since Paddington 2 was released, and the world has survived a pandemic and societal shifts aplenty. Having a rousing adventure that the whole family can enjoy together is a welcome respite from all the other things going on, and Paddington in Peru is up to the challenge. With...

The latest in our series of writers drawing attention to their go-to mood-lifting films is an ode to the hit Abba musical from 2008

Three years ago, I was sitting on the mezzanine of an east London bar when it collapsed. On my way back from the hospital, I called my friend to come over and he asked: “What do you need?” I said I needed a glass of rosé and to watch Mamma Mia!

Since Phyllida Lloyd’s camp jukebox musical came out in 2008, I’ve seen it upwards of 20 times (including three trips to the cinema). Why? Well, let’s start with the basics. The cast: Meryl Streep, Julie Walters, Christine Baranski, Stellan Skarsgård, Colin Firth. The delightfully absurd plot: young woman raised by a single mother about to be married on a Greek island wants to find out who her father is. The music: 20 of Abba’s classic hits.

The beloved bear from Darkest Peru is back in his third cinematic outing, “Paddington in Peru,” directed by Dougal Wilson in his feature film debut. This latest installment in the successful franchise sees Paddington returning to his roots in a journey that combines heart, humor, and a touch of mystery.

The film’s narrative centers around Paddington receiving news that his Aunt Lucy is acting strangely at the Home for Retired Bears in Peru. Concerned, Paddington and the Brown family embark on an expedition to South America. Upon arrival, they discover Aunt Lucy has vanished, leaving behind only her glasses and a cryptic map leading to Rumi Rock.

As the Browns seek assistance to navigate Peru’s diverse landscapes, they encounter Hunter Cabot and his daughter Gina, treasure hunters with their own agenda. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Peru’s lush jungles and towering Andes, intertwining Paddington’s...

Full of Paddington’s signature blend of wit, charm, and laugh-out-loud humor, Paddington in Peru finds the beloved, marmalade-loving bear lost in the jungle on an exciting, high-stakes adventure. When Paddington discovers his beloved Aunt Lucy has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the wilds of Peru to look for her, the only clue to her whereabouts a spot marked on an enigmatic map. Determined to solve the mystery, Paddington embarks on a thrilling quest through the rainforests of the Amazon to find his aunt…and may also uncover one of the world’s most legendary treasures.

The third Paddington film stars Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton, Carla Tous, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Ben Whishaw returning as the voice of Paddington.

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This February, we are getting a ton of entertainment on various platforms, including streaming services, television networks, and, last but not least, theaters. This upcoming month, we will finally see the release of the much-anticipated Marvel Studios film Captain America: Brave New World and Osgood Perkins‘ buzzy new horror dark comedy film The Monkey. So, we are here to sort out all of the brilliant upcoming movies that you might not want to miss seeing in theaters.

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Love Hurts is an upcoming action comedy film directed by Jonathan Eusebio from a screenplay co-written by Matthew Murray, Josh Stoddard, and Luke Passmore. The upcoming film follows Marvin Gable, a hitman who left his life violence behind to become a successful realtor, but when his past comes knocking back, he must fight to protect his new life.

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This February, Peacock is bringing you a lot of entertainment, from the highly anticipated Suits spin-off series to a much-awaited Bridget Jones sequel. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Peacock this month and have a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the five best films that are coming to Peacock in February 2025 with a 90% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

Dazed and Confused (February 1) Rotten Tomatoes Score: 93% Credit – Gramercy Pictures

Dazed and Confused is an independent coming-of-age comedy film written and directed by Richard Linklater. The 1993 film is set in 1976, Texas, and it revolves around a group of teenagers who are in their last days of high school. Dazed and Confused stars Jason London, Joey Lauren Adams, Milla Jovovich, Shawn Anders, Rory Cochrane, Adam Goldberg, Anthony Rapp,...

Paddington is back, and this time, he’s off to explore Peru! Everyone’s favorite marmalade-loving bear returns in Paddington in Peru, hitting theaters in 2025.

The Paddington movies are now family-favorite classics. They’re not just fun—they’re comfort films that make you smile regardless of age. And after a long wait (and a few production delays), the bear in the big red hat is ready for his next quest.

Ben Whishaw in Paddington (Credits: StudioCanal)

What’s so special about this movie? For one, Paddington and the Browns are ditching London for Peru’s jungles! Plus, there’s a fresh director, some cast changes, and epic filming spots. Ready for the scoop? Let’s dive in!

Story details of Paddington in Peru Ben Whishaw in Paddington (Credits: StudioCanal)

In the third installment, directed by Dougal Wilson, Paddington heads to Peru to visit his Aunt Lucy in a retirement home!

Irish actor Colm Meaney (Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, In the Land of Saints & Sinners) will receive the Irish Academy Award for Lifetime Achievement for his “outstanding contribution to the Irish and international screen industry,” the Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) said Friday.

“To say I was surprised when I got the news that IFTA wanted to give me this award would be an understatement. I was truly shocked,” Meaney said. “To be asked to join this long list of very illustrious previous recipients is a huge honor, and I’m thrilled and looking forward to a good night in Dublin.”

IFTA lauded his career, spanning five decades, noting that it has seen him “work with renowned filmmakers, including John Huston, Robert Redford, Michael Mann, Jim Sheridan, Neil Jordan, Alan Parker, Warren Beatty and Ron Howard, and alongside actors such as Al Pacino,...

Audiences often generate their own assumptions about certain movies before they even watch them, but some movies surpass all expectations and become classics. A troubled production is often an indicator that a movie will end up as a flop, but behind-the-scenes drama doesn't always derail a movie. Classics like The Godfather and Dirty Dancing were almost shut down, and it's a wonder that they ever got finished.

In other cases, audiences can form opinions about a movie before watching it, only for the movie to pack a surprising punch. For example, Titanic was seen as an expensive gamble by a director with no experience making period romances, and Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy was initially derided as an ill-judged attempt to film Tolkien's unfilmable novels. Ultimately, movies shouldn't be judged before people watch them, because some of them can overcome the odds.

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The Harry Potter franchise was filled with skilled and critically acclaimed older actors, and Ralph Fiennes was one of them. The actor took the role of the dark wizard Voldemort in 2005's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, a role that culminated in 2011's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows — Part 2.

In a segment of People's My Life in Pictures, Ralph Fiennes looked back at some of his most iconic roles. The actor starred in films like 1993's Schindler's List, 1996's The English Patient, and 2002's Maid in Manhattan. Speaking about his role as Voldemort in Harry Potter, Fiennes recalled the difficult wardrobe malfunctions made it difficult to focus on the role.

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2025 will be a year of sequels and live-action reimaginings of blockbuster animated films. Marvel and DC are feeding comic book fans’ appetites with a handful of 2025 theatrical releases. Wicked wraps up, we’ll finally get a look at the world 28 years after Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s came up with their version of a zombie apocalypse, and Mission: Impossible serves up its first direct sequel of the franchise with Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.

Ana de Armas slips into the John Wick world, horror fans will be treated to The Bride and Wolf Man, and Edgar Wright takes on a new adaptation of Stephen King’s The Running Man with Glen Powell in the lead. Theaters will also be filled with fans of James Cameron’s Avatar franchise with the December release of...

Wicked Box Office (Worldwide): Beats Mamma Mia( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo starrer Wicked is having a wicked time at the worldwide box office as it crosses the $600 million mark. It has achieved that by crossing a major milestone overseas. It was the film’s sixth weekend, and it collected winning numbers once again. Scroll below for the deets.

The film has beaten Moana 2 this weekend and managed to grab the #4 spot in the domestic box office chart. It is behind Sonic the Hedgehog 3 at #1, Mufasa: The Lion King at #2, and Nosferatu which is at #3. Moana 2 is behind the musical fantasy with $18.2 million gross this weekend.

According to Luiz Fernando’s report, Wicked has surpassed Mamma Mia’s global haul as the highest-grossing musical adaptation of all time at the worldwide box office. It achieved that by earning a strong $13.7 million on its sixth weekend overseas,...

This article is part of ScreenRant's Exclusive 2025 Movie Preview. Keep an eye out for the full feature later this week!

A new Paddington in Peru image unveils more about the sequel. The movie, which is the third installment in the franchise adapting the Michael Bond children's book series of the same name, follows the anthropomorphic bear Paddington (Ben Whishaw) as he and his adoptive family visit his beloved Aunt Lucy (Imelda Staunton) in Peru, only to discover that she has gone missing. The upcoming Paddington in Peru also features returning stars Hugh Bonneville, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Julie Walters, and Jim Broadbent, as well as newcomers Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Emily Mortimer (replacing Sally Hawkins as Mary Brown).

ScreenRant can now share an exclusive first-look image from Paddington in Peru, which is the feature-length debut of music video director Dougal Wilson. The image depicts a distressed-looking Paddington standing...

Show business is notoriously tough — and before actors make it big, they end up taking small parts to get by. It's inevitable, and if an aspiring actor doesn't book something super lucrative like, say, a national commercial (which can provide solid payouts every time they air), they probably turn to background work to make ends meet and get some exposure. All of this is to say that, if you're enjoying a slightly older movie or TV show, you might see a familiar face in a background scene from time to time. So, which of your favorite famous actors worked as an extra before they got their big break?

From an actor who eventually became a duchess to a handful of Oscar winners to the star of a breakout Netflix hit, here are just a few performers you can spot in the background or in small roles from their early days in the industry.

Sophie Okonedo will receive the Richard Harris Award at the 2024 British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs), organizers unveiled Monday.

The Richard Harris Award recognizes the outstanding contribution of an actor to British film. Previous recipients of the honor include the likes of Samantha Morton, Riz Ahmed, Kristin Scott Thomas, Judi Dench, Vanessa Redgrave, Daniel Day-Lewis, Helena Bonham Carter, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Julie Walters, John Hurt, Emma Thompson, Jim Broadbent and, last year, Stephen Graham.

“Sophie’s celebrated career has seen her embrace both U.K. independent and Hollywood film and has taken her from the National Theatre to Broadway and back, with a significant body of acclaimed television roles in between,” the BIFAs organizers said in a statement. “Sophie’s work has been recognized by, amongst others, BIFA, BAFTA, the Academy, Tony, Olivier, Screen Actors Guild and Emmy Awards.”

They also highlighted: “Her versatility as a performer has seen her in demand across all film genres,...

Benski Launches Lumina

Thomas Benski, the former Pulse Films boss who recently unveiled Carousel Studios with Omar Sy and Louis Letterier, has launched talent and IP banner Lumina. Based in London, New York, Paris and Los Angeles, the new venture claims to have been “built to support and grow companies in the modern media and consumer landscape where talent, IP and brand are the multipliers,” and comes with a first-round of funding in the “mid-eight figures.”

Lumina says it will focus on talent-driven studios, production, kids and family content, plus consumer brands. Lumina has already partnered with Carrousel Studios, as well as with Yann Demange’s Wayward Films. On the kids and family side, Lumina is backing gaming studio Creators Corp. and the kids IP business Strike. Its consumer division has backed brands including Metie and Daaci, with its Lumina’s will include a “multi-disciplinary” film studio, Magna Studios, headed...

Sophie Okonedo is set to receive the Richard Harris Award at the 2024 British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs) on Sunday 8 December.

The prize is given for an outstanding contribution by an actor to British film. Previous recipients include Samantha Morton, Riz Ahmed, Kristin Scott Thomas, Judi Dench, Vanessa Redgrave, Daniel Day-Lewis, Helena Bonham Carter, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Julie Walters, John Hurt, Emma Thompson, Jim Broadbent and in 2023, Stephen Graham.

Stage and screen star Okonedo was Oscar-nominated for Hotel Rwanda in 2005 and won a Tony for A Raisin In The Sun in 2014. She has twice previously been nominated for a BIFA for roles in Skin and Dirty Pretty Things.

She made her way into acting at the Royal Court’s youth theatre in London, before going on to develop her craft at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (Rada). She made her big-screen debut in Isaac Julien’s enduring 1991 East-end drama Young Soul Rebels.

Paddington in Peru has just been delayed. Although the CG/live-action movie is already in theaters across the pond, Sony has just pushed the United States release date back, meaning that the threequel will not hit theaters as originally planned on Jan. 17, 2025.

Per Deadline, Paddington in Peru will now open on Feb. 14, 2025, over Valentine’s Day and Presidents Day weekend. It's arguably a smart move on Sony's part as the Paddington threequel will now be the only family film in the marketplace until Disney releases its live-action Snow White remake on March 21. Paddington's release date delay comes less than a month after the Dougal Wilson-directed movie notched the best UK opening for a British production since 2021's No Time to Die, which featured Daniel Craig's final outing as James Bond. Paddington in Peru grossed £9.65M ($12.4M) over its first three days, the highest opening weekend ever for...

Sony has moved back the US release of Paddington In Peru from January 17 to February 14, 2025, pitching Studiocanal’s family film against Captain America: Brave New World.

While opening on the same day as a Marvel Studios release sounds daunting, it is likely Sony executives were more eager to avoid clashing with holdover business from Wicked, Sonic The Hedgehog 3, and Mufasa: The Lion King.

Paddington In Peru has already earned more than $30m after three weekends in the UK.Studiocanal developed and fully financed the family adventure and distributes directly in the UK, France, Germany, Benelux, Poland, Australia and New Zealand,...

Paddington in Peru was released in the UK earlier this month, with a US release set for the new year. However, fans will have to wait a little longer as Sony Pictures has pushed the release back by a month.

The film was set to hit US theaters on January 17, 2025, but will now debut on February 14, 2025. The Paddington sequel has given StudioCanal its biggest-ever opening with a 3-day total of £9.65 million. The first film opened to £5.1 million, and the sequel grossed £8.2 million in its debut. Seems that audiences can’t get enough of that marmalade-loving bastard. While the reactions to the sequel weren’t nearly as glowing as the first two films (which are damn-near perfect), there’s still a lot of fun to be had. StudioCanal is already developing Paddington 4 as well as a new TV series.

Paddington in Peru “follows Paddington and the Brown family as they visit Aunt Lucy in Peru.

Paddington in Peru is still well on its way to theaters across the U.S., but fans of the family-friendly franchise will have to wait longer than originally expected. Starring Ben Whishaw reprising his leading role, the long-awaited Paddington sequel will feature fresh faces joining the beloved film series, filling in for new and old characters. While many expected it to bow out in theaters domestically in January, fans will have to wait another month before Paddington in Peru arrives at its destination.

Paddington in Peru is now set to be released nationwide on Feb. 14, 2025, just under a month after its original release date, Jan. 17. The wholesome family film may not be the most obvious choice for a Valentine's Day movie date, but it's hard to beat an adventure featuring the lovable speaking bear. Meanwhile, those in the U.K. have been able to go to the cinema to see Paddington 3 since Nov.

U.S. audiences will have to wait a little longer to get their Paddington fix, as the successful film franchise’s third installment “Paddington in Peru” shifts from a Jan. 2025 release to Valentine’s Day.

The Columbia Pictures film’s domestic release has moved from Jan. 17 to Feb. 14, now coinciding with both Presidents’ Day & Valentine’s Day weekend. The shift positions the family film on a double holiday weekend, with a large percentage of K-12 students out of school Friday-Monday.

“Paddington 3” debuted in the U.K. earlier this month and scored a record-breaking opening weekend, collecting £9.65 million ($12.4 million) — the biggest opening for a British film since 2021’s “No Time to Die.”

Based on the bestselling series of children’s stories by British author Michael Bond, “Paddington in Peru” sees Paddington (voiced by Ben Whishaw) receive a letter from Peru telling him that his beloved Aunt Lucy (Imelda Staunton) has inexplicably...

2025 is set to be a thrilling year for fans of book-to-film adaptations, with a wide array of novels making their way to the big screen. From family-friendly adventures to gripping dramas, these films promise to bring favorite stories to life with star-studded casts and visionary directors. Audiences can revisit familiar characters like Paddington in Paddington in Peru and Toothless in the live-action How to Train Your Dragon, or explore compelling new narratives like The Housemaid and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. Each adaptation will offer its own unique take on the source material in 2025's promising book adaptations lineup.

Next years lineup spans genres from romance and fantasy to thriller and comedy, ensuring there is something for everyone. Fans of magical storytelling will be enchanted by Wildwood and The Twits, while thought-provoking dramas like The Midnight Library and Frankenstein delve into deeper themes. Whether youre looking for heartwarming family tales,...

2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for family movies, with a good mix of animated adventures, live-action remakes, and heartwarming sequels. Paddington returns in Paddington in Peru, taking audiences on a journey through the Amazon rainforest, while Disney revisits classics with live-action adaptations of Snow White and Lilo & Stitch. Animated features like Elio and Wildwood promise imaginative storytelling, while Dog Man offers a humorous and action-packed take on Dav Pilkeys beloved graphic novel series.

Sequels like Zootopia 2 and The Bad Guys 2 will expand on fan-favorite stories, delivering fresh mysteries, humor, and action. The Smurfs Movie brings nostalgia with a modern twist, and The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants promises hilarity. Films like Paul Martin and the Magic Magnifying Glass and In Your Dreams will add whimsical tales of self-discovery, ensuring theres something for everyone. With such a diverse lineup, families can look forward to a magical movie year.

The Paddington films have always been about learning to feel at home. In the first film, Paddington (voiced by Ben Whishaw) adapts to life in London while his adoptive family, the Browns, figure out how to integrate the bear into their household. And in the second film, Paddington even turns a prison into a kind of domestic paradise using nothing but good manners and some fine marmalade. Now, Paddington in Peru presents the series with its biggest challenge, catapulting its characters to the other side of the planet as Dougal Wilson, making his feature directorial debut, takes over from Paul King. And yet, in spite of all these changes, the series has never felt more at home in its own furry skin than it does here.

The film begins with the exciting arrival of Paddington’s first British passport. But the young bear has barely had time to celebrate this...

Comedy movies often have dance scenes to provide a hilarious change of pace, and the funniest dances can make their movies stand out. Dancing can be a language that everyone understands, which makes it perfect for comedy. It provides a great opportunity for physical comedy. Often, this is when dancers are laughably bad, but it can sometimes be even funnier to see a truly skilled performer in the right context.

Some of the best dance numbers in movies can make audiences laugh. It's a joy to watch talented dancers when they use their skills for comedy. This can be funny in and of itself, since it seems like such a humorous waste of time and talent. Comedic dance scenes also manage to break up the pace and tone of a movie, which is often hilarious. The funniest dance scenes are usually the ones which come out of nowhere.

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"It's a real village... making Paddington. And bringing it all together is this lovingly hand-crafted film you get to see." Studiocanal UK has revealed a fun behind-the-scenes featurette for the sequel Paddington in Peru. It's already playing in theaters in the UK right now and will open in the US starting in January 2025 in a few months. Continuing the adorable adventures of the Paddington Bear after the beloved Paddington (2014) & Paddington 2 (2017). In this, Paddington and his adopted family – the Browns – decide to visit his Aunt Lucy in Peru, only to end up lost in the Amazon rainforest (inspired by the spirit of Werner Herzog's Fitzcarraldo) and stuck up in the Andes mountains. This fun British-Peruvian comedy adventure sequel stars Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Carla Tous, and Antonio Banderas, plus Olivia Colman as "The Reverend Mother." Plus the voices of Ben Whishaw...

It's sadly all too common for sequels to fail to live up to the quality of their predecessors, but some have achieved critical success by building on the original movie. Only a few sequels have managed to surpass the movies that came before them on Rotten Tomatoes. In most cases, franchises tend to see a drop-off in quality after the first movie. This has happened with Men in Black, Ghostbusters, The Avengers and countless others. Even great sequels like The Godfather Part II don't necessarily top the movies that came before them on Rotten Tomatoes.

Many highly anticipated sequels flop hard, because the high expectations from the first movies make it difficult to succeed. Making a sequel is always a risk, because fans want to see something new and inventive, but the movie also has to stick to what makes the original so popular. Movies which can achieve this balancing...

A little bear goes a long way, especially at the U.K. box office, where “Paddington in Peru” has scored a record-breaking opening weekend.

The third installment in the beloved Paddington Bear franchise proved that the seven-year wait from the second didn’t matter, becoming the biggest opening of the three to date.

The three-day result of £9.65 million ($12.4) was also the biggest opening of the year for the British-produced film, and the biggest since “No Time to Die” in 2021. For StudioCanal, which financed the feature (its most expensive investment in a film to date), it also marked the company’s biggest opening in the U.K. of all time. Not bad for a plucky CGI bear with a penchant for marmalade sandwiches.

By contrast, the first “Paddington” feature opened to £5.1 million in 2014, while the 2017 sequel earned £8.2 million. The two would go on to earn in excess of $600 million globally, creating...

Paddington in Peru charmed UK & Ireland audiences this weekend with the biggest opening of the year for a British-produced movie, and the best since 2021’s No Time to Die. What’s more, the three-day £9.65M ($12.4M) launch is the highest-ever for Studiocanal with the little marmalade-loving bear going from strength to strength. The 2014 original opened to £5.1M, and the 2017 sequel did £8.2M in its debut. Combined, the previous two films grossed $600M worldwide.

The No. 1 debut for the Dougal Wilson-directed threequel drew an audience of an estimated 1.2M across the UK & Ireland since releasing on Friday.

Developed, produced and distributed by Studiocanal, this is the third biggest opening of the year to-date overall, behind only Deadpool & Wolverine and Inside Out 2.

In other comps, Paddington in Peru’s bow was bigger than The Super Mario Bros Movie (£8.7M excluding previews) and ahead of Incredibles 2 (£9.4M),Wonka (£8.9M...

Paddington In Peru Box Office (United Kingdom): Debut Weekend Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Paddington in Peru by Dougal Wilson has a great opening at the box office in the United Kingdom. The movie not only exceeded people’s expectations but also beat Dune 2’s opening weekend collection. The animated feature is the third installment in the Paddington franchise. Scroll below for the deets.

For the unversed, the first film, Paddington, was released in 2014. It was followed by a sequel in 2017. The threequel has arrived after around seven years. It features Ben Whishaw as the voice of Paddington the Bear. Besides Ben, the voice cast also features Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer (replacing Sally Hawkins), Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Carla Tous in supporting roles.

Paddington in Peru opened in the theatres on Friday. According to Luiz Fernando’s report, the animated...

Paddington In Peru is the third movie in the hugely beloved Paddington series, and the sequel follows the titular bear as he travels home to Peru with his adoptive family, the Browns. Just like the films that came before it, Paddington in Peru is a hugely touching and heartwarming adventure about friendship and found family that takes all the stylish strengths of the original two films and reinstates them in a new location with fun, fresh characters. The story of Paddington in Peru is somewhat familiar, but its the family-friendly charm that makes it another smash hit.

Naturally, much of Paddington in Peru was actually filmed in Peru, and the country plays a huge role in the story. Its Paddingtons homeland, and this movie spends a lot of time exploring the characters backstory and bringing the English characters far away from the comfort of London. Its a nice change from...

Some months before it lands in US theaters, Paddington In Peru is in UK cinemas already, bringing a slice of irresistible British charm to the silver screen. This time, Ben Whishaw's marmalade-loving bear from Peru - as well as his adoptive family, the Browns, led by Hugh Bonneville's patriarch - are thrust into a South American adventure when Aunt Lucy disappears mysteriously.

For me, Paddington 2 was a 5 star movie, so how do you follow up on perfection? You go abroad, and you add Olivia Colman and Antonio Banderas. The new Paddington threequel flips the script on the dynamic of the first two movies: Paddington is no longer the fish out of water, it's the Browns who are - sent as they are, to "deepest, darkest Peru". New cast members join, old faces return, but there's the same slapstick humor, endearing performances, and heart as always.

Paddington in...

The Paddington franchise is one of the most critically acclaimed trilogies of recent times, but how do they stack up against each other? The first movie in the trilogy was released in 2014 to incredibly positive reviews. Its sequel only furthered this in 2017, with Paddington 2's potential best-movie-of-all-time status proving how well-received it truly was. Then there is 2024's Paddington in Peru, the final film in the trilogy of live-action stories based on the lovable young bear.

As evident by the film's title, Paddington in Peru's filming location shifted from London to South America. Upon its release, many placed pressure on Paddington in Peru to match the heights of its predecessors. Although it is the lowest-rated film in the trilogy on Rotten Tomatoes, its critical score still sits at a lofty 90%, proving how excellent each installment in the series is and placing more pressure on the potential story of Paddington...

Studiocanal’s Paddington In Peru ventures into 732 UK and Ireland cinemas this weekend in the year’s widest opening so far.

The bear’s latest adventure beats outJoker: Folie A Deuxwhich recently opened in 725 cinemas and is Studiocanal’s widest opening of all time. It is also significantly ahead of 2014’s Paddington (520 venues) and 2017’s Paddington 2 (606 venues). Those films opened on £5.1m and £8.3m, respectively.

Dougal Wilson takes the reins from Paul King for the third instalment which sees Paddington and the Brown family travel to Peru to find Aunt Lucy. Ben Whishaw returns to voice Paddington alongside Hugh Bonneville,...

Paddington in Peru will see Antonio Banderas take on the roles of Hunter Cabot and his many ancestors, who exist as voices in his head. While he enjoyed every minute of it, the actor says juggling three different characters was a little challenging.

"They have a real participation in some moments as they are characters that actually live in the head of Hunter," Banderas told GamesRadar+. "It was nice to play them because I have a tendency to play like a kid, and when they put you in make-up and very specific dress, your whole body goes there to start playing with it. Your voice changes, your manners change. It was fun, but it was hard because of the make-up."

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The debut score at Rotten Tomatoes for Paddington in Peru has been revealed. While the score is on par with the previous two CG/live-action movies, it is unfortunately the lowest in the Paddington trilogy.

With 20 critic reviews counted, the third CG/live-action Paddington movie is currently sitting with a fresh 95 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. While this would be considered amazing for any other third entry in a franchise, it's merely on par with the Paddington franchise, whose marmalade-loving bear has routinely won over critics across its three installments. In fact, Paddington in Peru has the lowest Rotten Tomatoes score in the trilogy right now, with 2014's Paddington at 97% (161 reviews) and 2017's Paddington 2 at a near-perfect 99% (250 reviews). Both are also certified fresh. With Paddington in Peru hitting UK theaters this weekend, its Rt score is sure to fluctuate as more reviews are released.

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Paddington in Peru debuts with an incredibly high Rotten Tomatoes score, though it's actually a franchise low.

With early reviews in, Paddington in Peru has debuted to 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, which is a strong score, but still the lowest of the franchise.

Early reviews are in for #PaddingtonInPeru - currently it's Fresh at 94% on the Tomatometer, with 18 reviews: https://t.co/k9cnr7abJ5 pic.twitter.com/3ERlSujDNY Rotten Tomatoes (@RottenTomatoes) November 4, 2024

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Paddington in Peru

Paddington in Peru, directed by Dougal Wilson, follows Paddington Bear as he travels to Peru to visit Aunt Lucy at the Home for Retired Bears. Joined by the Brown Family, they embark on a thrilling journey through the Amazon rainforest and the mountain peaks of Peru after encountering a mystery.

Director Dougal WilsonRelease Date November 8, 2024Writers Simon Farnaby, Mark Burton, Michael BondCast Emily Mortimer, Jim Broadbent, Julie Walters, Imelda Staunton,...

The lovable bear is back. Paddington in Peru has the task of following two movies that had near-perfect positive reactions. Plus, the original director, Paul King, sits this one out. So, now that the film has been screened in the U.K., reactions are hitting social media. How is it faring this time around? Paddington in Peru “follows Paddington and the Brown family as they visit Aunt Lucy in Peru. A thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and to the mountain peaks of Peru.” Ben Whishaw returns to voice Paddington, with Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Imelda Staunton rounding out the cast.

Paul Klein of Film Hounds stated, “#PaddingtonInPeru doesn’t hit the heights of 2. But it’s still a lovely, funny, exciting film that knows the charm...

We could quibble and debate this all day, but barring the odd exception like Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban or Toy Story 3, third installments in film franchises seldom excel their predecessors in quality. And so it is with a sense of inevitable disappointment, like children knowing that their parents’ current financial difficulties will mean less exciting holiday presents this year, that we come to unpack Paddington in Peru.

The sequel is certainly no disgrace. It has many charming elements and qualities, including spectacular scenery, a child-friendly adventure story and Olivia Colman as a manically grinning, occasionally singing, nun. But Paddington in Peru is burdened with the unenviable task of following up two near-perfect predecessors, Paddington (2014) and Paddington 2 (2017).

Those works took some much loved but decidedly dusty intellectual property (Michael Bond’s first book, A Bear Called Paddington was first published in 1958) and found a way to both honor its poky,...

The bar for the bear has been raised awfully high. A decade ago, the polite, Peruvian furball with a hankering for fruit preserves stormed the box office — and our hearts — with his first cinematic outing. Then Paddington 2 proved to be The Godfather Part II of adorable comedies, enhancing pretty much every aspect of the original and even proving a bonding experience for Nicolas Cage and Pedro Pascal in The Unbearable Weight Of Massive Talent. Keeping that triumphant roll going was always going to be a tough order. And so it proves — while this threequel provides laughs and charm and two new A-list bad’uns, there’s something intangible missing. The marmalade has lost a bit of its zest.

One issue is that Paddington is no longer out of his element. The marma-lad has left London before, in creator Michael Bond’s books — in 1961’s Paddington Abroad, he headed across the Channel,...

Olivia Colman plays a singing nun. I’m almost prepared to say that’s all you need to know about Paddington in Peru: that Olivia Colman, living English treasure, gets her Julie Andrews on and leads a song-and-dance sequence on an alpine meadow that tells us that the hills are still very much alive. It’s not much of a spoiler to say that her Reverend Mother proves to be something less than exemplary in the deadly sins department, at least the ones that involve lying. That’s the best bit, in fact: the singing nun in the naughty corner.

Paddington in Peru is the third film to adapt Michael Bond’s iconic children’s stories. All of it is fine, actually, not just Colman’s homage to the Von Trapps. Directing duties have passed from Paul King to Dougal Wilson, who may not have King’s Midas touch with physical comedy,...