Enid Blyton’s “The Magic Faraway Tree” to be turned into film
Every child has grown up with at least one Enid Blyton story, whether it was The Famous Five, The Twins at St Clare’s or The Magic Faraway Tree.
Now the Faraway Tree series is getting a movie makeover, with news that it's being adapted for a live action film by Sam Mendes’ production company, Neal Street Productions.
And it looks like the film is in good hands, as the team behind the adaptations are big Faraway Tree fans.
“As a child I was captivated by The Faraway Tree books, and the magical worlds created by Enid Blyton,” said Neal Street Productions’ Pippa Harris.
“Re-reading the books today with my daughter, they completely retain their power to enchant. To be able to adapt these books for the big screen and introduce them to a new audience is a great honour.”
Marlene Johnson, head of the Enid Blyton Estate, said: “Enid Blyton was a passionate advocate of children’s storytelling, and The Magic Faraway Tree is a fantastic example of her creative imagination.
“It’s a much loved title, so we’re very excited to announce we’ve signed an option agreement for development with Neal Street Productions.
“Many generations have grown up with The Magic Faraway Tree and today’s news provides a great chance to share the wonder of these stories through a new medium.”
So who’s going to playing Silky, Moonface, Dame Washalot and Saucepan Man?