‘The Crown’ stars Olivia Colman, Matt Smith to voice star in BBC’s ‘Superworm’

By PTI
LONDON: BBC has roped in British star Olivia Colman and Matt Smith to steer the forged of animated particular “Superworm”.

The half-hour present, based mostly on the ebook of the identical title by writer Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler, may even characteristic “Sex Education” star Patricia Allison and actor Rob Brydon.

Sarah Scrimgeour and Jac Hamman will direct the particular from a script by Max Lang and Suzanne Lang, BBC stated in an announcement.

The present follows Superworm (Smith), who’s a hero all the time available to assist out all the opposite animals and bugs, whose newest problem is to combat the depraved Wizard Lizard and his servant Crow.

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“I’m delighted to play the part of ‘Superworm’. And join such a fabulous cast of actors, artists and storytellers. What fun to be part of the BBC’s Christmas line up in this great children’s tale,” Smith stated. Colman, who will narrate the present, stated, “This is such a beautiful challenge to be concerned with.

“When reading the script, and imagining all those things going on at the end of the garden, I could really get a feel for the pure fun and joy that the film will bring. I’ve always loved these charming productions at Christmas and I’m delighted to be voicing the narrator.”

Barney Goodland will produce “Superworm” with Martin Pope and Michael Rose serving as government producers.

The present will air on BBC One on Christmas this 12 months.