Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit, the mischievous bunny from Beatrix Potter's classic stories, jumps onto the big screen in this live-action/CGI hybrid adventure. Director Will Gluck brings a modern, energetic spin to the countryside, pitting the titular rabbit (voiced by James Corden) against the uptight Thomas McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson). Their feud escalates when they both compete for the affection of Bea (Rose Byrne), a kind-hearted animal painter who lives next door. With a budget of $50 million, the film grossed over $351 million worldwide, proving its global appeal. Alongside Corden, the voice cast includes Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Daisy Ridley as Peter's sisters, with Rose Byrne pulling double duty as both Bea and the voice of Jemima Puddle-Duck. The film blends slapstick humor, family-friendly adventure, and a touch of romance, appealing to both kids and adults. It kicked off Sony's Peter Rabbit Collection, setting the stage for a sequel.[edit]

In the picturesque English countryside, Peter Rabbit (voiced by James Corden) lives with his sisters Flopsy (Margot Robbie), Mopsy (Elizabeth Debicki), and Cottontail (Daisy Ridley), plus his timid cousin Benjamin Bunny (Colin Moody). Their days revolve around raiding the vegetable garden of grumpy old Mr. McGregor (Sam Neill), treating each heist like a high-stakes operation. After one particularly bold raid, Mr. McGregor suffers a heart attack and dies, leaving the garden unguarded. The animals celebrate by turning the garden into a wild playground.

Their joy doesn't last. Thomas McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson), the great-nephew and a fastidious London toy department manager, inherits the estate. He arrives intending to sell the property quickly. Thomas is the rabbits' opposite: tidy, rule-bound, and severely allergic to them. He immediately clashes with Peter, who sees him as a new threat. Next door lives Bea (Rose Byrne), a gentle animal painter who adores the wildlife and has a close bond with Peter's family. When Thomas arrives, he's cold to both Bea and the rabbits, but as he spends more time in the country, he grows drawn to Bea's warmth. A tentative romance blossoms, horrifying Peter.

The central conflict escalates into an all-out war. Peter feels threatened by Thomas's presence and his growing closeness to Bea, so he orchestrates elaborate pranks to drive the man away. He booby-traps the house and stages a chaotic animal invasion during a critical real estate meeting. Thomas becomes obsessed with capturing the rabbits, using traps and city logic. The feud is comedic but heartfelt: Peter acts to protect his family and territory, while Thomas's aggression stems from fear of losing control and his allergy. The story builds toward a climactic confrontation that forces both to confront their flaws and what home and family truly mean.[edit]