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Nostalgic '70s Cartoon 'Mr. Benn' Leaps to the Big Screen
March 24, 2026
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A beloved British children's series from the 1970s, 'Mr. Benn,' is being adapted into a live-action film directed by 'I Swear' helmer Kirk Jones.
Mr. Benn, the classic British children's TV series from the 1970s, is set to make a leap to the silver screen with a live-action film adaptation. The project will be directed by Kirk Jones, known for his work on the acclaimed 2025 film I Swear.
The original Mr. Benn series, created by the late David McKee, followed the adventures of a
Source: The Guardian
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