The Velveteen Rabbit (TV special)

The Velveteen Rabbit is a 2023 live-action/animated fantasy short film based on the novel of the same name. It was directed by Jennifer Perrott and Rick Thiele, and written by Tom Bidwell. It features Phoenix Laroche and the voices of Alex Lawther, Helena Bonham Carter, Nicola Coughlan.

Produced by Magic Light Pictures, the 44-minute special was released by Apple TV+ on 22 November 2023.

Cast

 * Phoenix Laroche as William

Voice and animated cast

 * Alex Lawther as Velveteen Rabbit
 * Helena Bonham Carter as Wise Horse
 * Nicola Coughlan as Playroom Fairy
 * Paterson Joseph as King
 * Lois Chimimba as Car
 * Clive Rowe as Lion
 * Nathaniel Parker as Male Rabbit
 * Bethany Antonia as Female Rabbit

Reception
Rachel Aroesti of The Guardian awarded the special four stars out of five, praising the performances and emotional story.