Toy story

Helena Bonham Carter stars in new spin on a classic children's tale

- CAREN CLARK, REBECCA MAHONEY, RICHARD MCCLURE

The Velveteen Rabbit

Available: Wednesday 22 November 

Genre: Drama

The enchanting tale of a young boy and his beloved toy rabbit hops on to Apple TV+ this week in a sweet film that features The Crown’s Helena Bonham Carter, Andor’s Alex Lawther and Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan among its voice cast.

Adapted from Margery Williams’ treasured 1922 children’s book, the film follows lonely seven-year-old William (Phoenix Laroche), who longs for a best friend when his parents (Samantha Colley and Leonard Buckley) move house.