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Paddington is on the cover of this week's Radio Times family film special

In this week's issue, everybody's favourite bear heads to Peru for his greatest adventure, and discover 10 magic movies for everyone to enjoy this autumn.

Paddington, floating down a river on an umbrella

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Shem Law

Published: Tuesday, 22 October 2024 at 5:26 pm

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Whether you have just had half-term or it's looming, the question of how to entertain the children or grandchildren in the autumn and winter is never far away. Finding a film that the family can watch at the cinema or on TV can be a struggle. Something with enough appeal and magic for little ones, with good jokes and pacey enough for the adults.

Have no fear - Paddington to the rescue! Paddington and Paddington 2 redefined the term "family film" and now the third in the series, Paddington in Peru, is in cinemas from 8 November.

The films have a slightly chaotic British charm that runs through them. When we asked Ben Whishaw, who voices Paddington, how he embodies the bear from Peru, he cheerfully admits, "I have no idea what I'm doing". There's something very reassuring about that.

Also, look out for another British literary classic in this week's issue. Collect the tokens in Radio Times and you'll receive the first three Slow Horses books by Mick Herron for the cost of postage and packing. Perfect for whiling away the autumnal evenings.

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Also in this week's Radio Times:

Sharon D Clarke on how her lead role in a police drama is a key moment for equality.
Generation Z is old v young in a battle to the death - and beyond.
Discover the reality of life on the frontline in Helmand.

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Authors

Radio Times editor Shem Law wears a shirt, tie and grey jumper. He is sitting at a wooden desk behind a sign saying "Editor" clasping his hands. There are other items on the desk, including a dial telephone and typewriter.

Shem Law

Shem Law is the brand editor of Radio Times, and the 20th person to hold that esteemed position in over 100 years. He wasn't allowed a television growing up, but over the years he has rather overcompensated for that fact.

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