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A star rating of 3 out of 5.

Emily Blunt brandishes the brolly of the world's most famous nanny in this fun sequel to Disney's evergreen 1964 classic, as Mary Poppins flies in to help the grown-up Banks children (Ben Whishaw and Emily Mortimer) who have fallen on hard times. Director Rob Marshall (Chicago) displays a deep affection for the original film, recapturing the warmth, mirth and magic of what went before, albeit with less memorable songs. Blunt is pitch perfect throughout - her Poppins arguably more street smart and blessed with sharper comic timing than Julie Andrews - and the returning Dick Van Dyke's well-judged cameo is complemented by joyful supporting turns from Julie Walters, Angela Lansbury and Meryl Streep. The 21st-century technology of the animation and special effects is used comparatively sparingly to retain the innocence and simplicity of the first film, and while by no means a full-bodied classic, this new adventure is a captivating and respectful new chapter for a much-loved family favourite.

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Cast

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Mary PoppinsEmily Blunt
JackLin-Manuel Miranda
Michael BanksBen Whishaw
Jane BanksEmily Mortimer
William Weatherall Wilkins / WolfColin Firth
TopsyMeryl Streep
EllenJulie Walters
Mr Dawes JrDick Van Dyke
Balloon LadyAngela Lansbury
Admiral BoomDavid Warner
Mr BinnacleJim Norton
Anabel BanksPixie Davies
John BanksNathanael Saleh
Georgie BanksJoel Dawson
Gooding / BadgerJeremy Swift
Frye / WeaselKobna Holdbrook-Smith
Park keeperSteve Nicolson
Shamus the CoachmanChris O'Dowd
Clyde the HorseMark Addy
Elegant womanKaren Dotrice

Crew

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DirectorRob Marshall

Details

Theatrical distributor
Walt Disney
Released on
2018-12-21
Languages
English
Available on
DVD and Blu-ray
Formats
Colour

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