Peter Rabbit 2 release date: Latest news on the family film sequel
James Corden is returning to voice Beatrix Potter's beloved bunny – here's everything you need to know.
Not long to go now until the cinemas reopen, and if you fancy a trip to the pictures with the whole family then there are many options to choose from.
These include the sequel to 2018's Peter Rabbit movie, which sees James Corden return to voice Beatrix Potter's beloved bunny in a brand new adventure.
Peter Rabbit 2 features an all-star cast. Read on for everything you need to know, including plot details and a first-look clip.
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Peter Rabbit 2 release date
The film will be one of the first to be released in cinemas once they finally reopen, becoming available from Monday 17th May 2021.
It was originally scheduled for March of last year, but was pushed back due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Peter Rabbit 2 cast
As with the first film, there is a star-studded cast bringing Beatrix Potter's characters to life, with James Corden returning to voice the titular bunny once again, and Domhnall Gleeson and Rose Byrne reprising their live-action roles as Thomas and Bea McGregor.
Other members of the voice cast to return include Margot Robbie as Flopsy Rabbit, Elizabeth Debicki as Mopsy Rabbit, Sia as Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and Ewen Leslie as Pigling Bland, while there are also several new additions including Lennie James as Barnabas.
After playing Mr McGregor in the first film, Sam Neil now takes on the role of Tommy Brock, while Aimee Horne voices Cottontail Rabbit, the character previously played by Daisy Ridley. Meanwhile David Oyelowo also joins the cast in a live-action role as Nigel Basil-Jones
Peter Rabbit 2 plot
The film will follow the rebellious rabbit as he gets up to more adventures – with Peter this time venturing outside the McGregors' garden and coming into contact with a whole new world.
The official synopsis provided by Sony Pictures reads, "In Peter Rabbit 2, the lovable rogue is back. Bea, Thomas, and the rabbits have created a makeshift family, but despite his best efforts, Peter can’t seem to shake his mischievous reputation.
"Adventuring out of the garden, Peter finds himself in a world where his mischief is appreciated. But when his family risks everything to come looking for him, Peter must figure out what kind of bunny he wants to be."
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Peter Rabbit 2 trailer
You can check out a trailer for the film below, which reintroduces us to Peter and his various friends (both human and animal) and teases his latest adventure.
And if that wasn't enough, you can also take a sneak peak at a brand new clip that debuted exclusively on RadioTimes.com, showing Peter and friends offering to help new character Barnabas with his “big job”.
Peter Rabbit 2 arrives in cinemas on Monday 17th May. If you need something to watch tonight, have a look at our TV Guide or check out our Movies hub for all the latest news.
Authors
Patrick Cremona is the Senior Film Writer at Radio Times, and looks after all the latest film releases both in cinemas and on streaming. He has been with the website since October 2019, and in that time has interviewed a host of big name stars and reviewed a diverse range of movies.
