About Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse

Roald & Beatrix, the tail of the curious mouse, a heart-warming Christmas film inspired by the true encounter between a six-year-old Roald Dahl and his idol Beatrix Potter. A magical story of what really can happen when you are brave enough to follow your dreams. Joining Dawn French who plays Beatrix, the cast includes Jessica Hynes, Rob Brydon, Alison Steadman, Nina Sosanya, Bill Bailey and Nick Mohammed.

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The characters

Meet the cast of Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse

  • Beatrix Potter

    Played by: Dawn French

  • Roald Dahl

    Played by: Harry Tayler

  • William Heelis

    Played by: Rob Brydon

  • Sofie Dahl

    Played by: Jessica Hynes

  • Anne Landy

    Played by: Nina Sosanya

  • The Bona Fide Gent

    Played by: Bill Bailey

  • Mr. Entwistle

    Played by: Nick Mohammed

  • Dora

    Played by: Alison Steadman

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