Peter Rabbit (2018) is a delightful and whimsical blend of live-action and computer-generated animation, offering a fresh, humorous take on Beatrix Potter’s beloved character. Directed by Will Gluck, who also co-wrote the screenplay and served as a producer, the film is a lighthearted comedy that appeals to both children and adults, delivering a fun adventure while retaining the spirit of the original tales. With a stellar cast featuring James Corden as the voice of Peter Rabbit, along with Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson, and Sam Neill in live-action roles, Peter Rabbit captures the mischievous charm of the titular character while introducing new elements to modernize the story for a contemporary audience.

The plot of Peter Rabbit follows the antics of Peter, a clever and spirited rabbit who lives in a charming countryside home near the garden of Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson). After the untimely death of Mr. McGregor, the garden that Peter and his friends—his cousin Benjamin Bunny (voiced by Colin Moody), and his sisters Flopsy (Margot Robbie), Mopsy (Elizabeth Debicki), and Cottontail (Aimee Horne)—have long coveted is up for grabs. However, a new neighbor, Bea (Rose Byrne), a kind-hearted artist who befriends the animals, becomes caught in the crossfire of Peter’s rivalry with the now-resident, uptight, and socially awkward Thomas McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson), who has inherited the house from his late uncle.