Movies and TvShows featuring "british-childrens-literature-on-screen" theme.

The BFG (2016) is about a young orphan girl named Sophie who befriends a friendly giant. The giant takes her to Giant Country, a magical world inhabited by giants. Together, they embark on an adventure to stop the evil giants from eating human children. This heartwarming film showcases the bond between Sophie and the giant, as they face challenges and discover the power of friendship and bravery.

Roald Dahl's The Witches is a fantasy adventure film where a young boy named Luke and his grandmother encounter a group of evil witches. These witches plan to turn all the children into mice using a magic formula. Luke and his grandmother must devise a plan to stop the witches and save the children. With thrilling moments and magical encounters, the movie takes viewers on an exciting journey.

Matilda Wormwood, a gifted and intelligent girl, faces misunderstanding from her crude family. However, when she starts school, she finds a kind teacher, loyal friends, and a sadistic headmistress. Frustrated with the cruelty, she discovers her telekinetic powers and uses them to stand up to her family and outsmart the headmistress.

An urbane fox, Mr. Fox, cannot resist raiding farms and must protect his community from the farmers' revenge. Along with his wife and son, they live underground but move into a larger home near the farms. Mr. Fox continues to raid the farms in secret, causing tension with his son. When the farmers retaliate and trap the animals, they escape into the sewers and unite with other homeless animals. Mr. Fox then leads them in a plan to steal resources from the farmers. Through challenges and conflicts, the animals ultimately find freedom and a new food source.

Matilda, a sweet and intelligent girl, defies her neglectful parents and takes a stand to change her life. With her sharp mind and vivid imagination, she discovers her telekinetic powers and uses them to overcome challenges and protect her friends. Along the way, she unravels the dark secrets of her past and finds a new home with her caring teacher, Miss Honey. Matilda's story is a heartwarming tale of courage, resilience, and the power of imagination.

James, a young boy, escapes his cruel aunts and embarks on a magical journey inside a giant peach with a group of friendly insects.

Tom and Jerry join forces with the famous chocolate maker Willy Wonka to save a magical chocolate factory from the clutches of evil. Together, they embark on a chocolate-filled adventure full of whimsical surprises and hilarious antics.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is an adventure comedy film based on the novel by Ian Fleming. The story follows the adventures of a magical car that takes a family on a series of incredible and fantastical journeys. The film features elements of fantasy, music, and comedy, as well as a battle between good and evil. It showcases the importance of family and the power of imagination. With its memorable songs and captivating storytelling, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has become a beloved classic.

In the 1830s, a pirate captain and his crew set out on a hilarious and action-packed adventure to win the highly coveted Pirate of the Year award. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and eccentric characters, including Charles Darwin and his pet chimpanzee. Will they be able to prove themselves and claim the title?

Roald Dahl's Esio Trot is a heartwarming story about Mr. Hoppy, a shy man who secretly loves his neighbor, Mrs. Silver. To win her heart, Mr. Hoppy concocts a plan involving her pet tortoise, Alfie. He starts by pretending to be a specialist in tortoise care, giving Mrs. Silver advice on how to make Alfie grow faster. As Mrs. Silver follows the instructions religiously, little does she know that the tortoise's size isn't really changing. Will Mr. Hoppy's trickery win the love of his life or will he be forever stuck in the friend zone?

Little Lord Fauntleroy tells the story of Cedric Errol, a young boy living in New York who discovers that he is actually the heir to an English earldom. As Cedric goes to live with his grandfather, the Earl of Dorincourt, he learns about his new aristocratic life and forms a close bond with his grandfather. Together, they navigate the challenges of their new relationship and work to expose a scam artist. Along the way, Cedric's kindness and innocence have a profound impact on those around him.

Danny the Champion of the World is a delightful movie based on Roald Dahl's beloved children's book. It follows Danny and his father, who live together in a gas station and lead a simple but happy life. When they discover a wealthy landowner's plan to destroy their home, they embark on a daring adventure to stop him. Along the way, they encounter poachers, escape in a hot air balloon, and form unexpected alliances. This heartwarming story explores themes of loyalty, family, and the power of determination.

Alice travels to Paris and hears five stories adapted from children's picture books in this anthology film. The books adapted include: "Anatole," "Madeline and the Bad Hat," "The Frowning Prince," "Many Moons," and "Madeline and the Gypsies."

In 'The Talking Parcel,' a young girl goes on an epic journey through fantasyland with the help of a talking parcel. Along the way, she encounters anthropomorphic animals, battles a wizard, and embarks on a rescue mission. They face obstacles such as a sea serpent and a werewolf, but ultimately triumph in their quest.

When the Enormous Crocodile boasts that he is going to eat a child for his lunch, the other jungle animals decide to foil his dastardly plot. Children of all ages will delight in the exploits of Humpy Rumpy - the hippopotamus, Muggle Wump - the monkey and the amazing antics of the Roly-Poly bird.

A TV adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic book.

This original adaptation of Oscar Wilde's sad, socially conscious fairy tale, The Happy Prince, hinges on the conflict between fact and dream, reality and poetry. The contrast is reinforced by the film's visuals, confronting modern art with Gustave Doré's old engravings.