Rebecca Ferguson Joins Cast of The Magic Faraway Tree

Neal Street Productions, Elysian Film Group, and Ashland Hill Media Finance are thrilled to announce the final casting addition to their upcoming film adaptation of Enid Blyton’s beloved children’s classic, The Magic Faraway Tree. Rebecca Ferguson (Dune, Mission Impossible, Silo, The Greatest Showman) will take on the iconic role of Dame Snap, the terrifying headmistress of Faraway Tree School.

Ferguson’s casting marks a significant addition to the already impressive ensemble. The film also stars two-time Academy Award-nominee Andrew Garfield and Golden Globe and two-time Emmy Award-winner Claire Foy.

“We’re incredibly excited to have Rebecca join our cast,” said director Ben Gregor. “Her talent and screen presence will be a tremendous asset to the film.”

Ferguson’s casting comes on the heels of a successful year for the actress. She is currently filming four feature films,including the Peaky Blinders movie opposite Cillian Murphy, Mercy opposite Chris Pratt, and Kathryn Bigelow’s next feature film. Additionally, the second season of her Apple series, Silo, in which she stars and produces, will be released on November 15th, 2024.

The Magic Faraway Tree is produced by Pippa Harris and Nicolas Brown of Neal Street Productions, along with Danny Perkins of Elysian Film Group, and Jane Hooks. The film is adapted by BAFTA Award-winner Simon Farnaby and directed by Ben Gregor.

Ashland Hill Media Finance is fully financing the film, and Palisades Park Pictures is handling worldwide sales. CAA Media Finance is co-repping US rights.