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Peter Rabbit UK release date, cast, trailer, running time and age rating for the 2018 movie

BEATRIX Potter's most-loved character Peter Rabbit is getting the CGI treatment for a brand new film reboot starting next month.

Here's everything you need to know about the film including who's in it and when it's released in the UK...

 Peter Rabbit is back causing trouble in a brand new feature film
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Peter Rabbit is back causing trouble in a brand new feature filmCredit: © 2017 CTMG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. **ALL IMAGES ARE PROPERTY OF SONY PICTURES ENTERT

When is Peter Rabbit out in cinemas?

Peter Rabbit is going to be released in cinemas across the UK from March 16, 2018.

It runs for one hour and 33 minutes and while the BBFC has awarded the movie a PG certification for mild threat and comic violence.

It opened in the US from February 9, and other international dates run from this point to April 13.

The DVD and video release announcement has not been confirmed as of yet.

 James Corden will be voicing the mischievous character
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James Corden will be voicing the mischievous characterCredit: © 2017 CTMG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. **ALL IMAGES ARE PROPERTY OF SONY PICTURES ENTERT

What happens in the film?

In Peter Rabbit, the mischievous and adventurous hero who has captivated generations of readers now takes on the starring role of his own contemporary comedy.

In the film, Peter’s feud with Mr. McGregor escalates to greater heights than ever before as their fight to gain control of McGregor’s coveted vegetable garden and earn the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door.

As their adventure continues, Peter and his pals find themselves travelling to the Lake District and London in their quest.

Who is in the cast?

James Corden (Peter Rabbit)

James Corden is a 39-year-old British actor and presenter, now best-known for hosting The Late Late Show With James Corden in the States.

Born in Hillingdon, the West Ham supporter started out as a stage actor with parts in musicals, before breaking through as a writer and comedian.

His credits include Gavin and Stacey, The Wrong Mans, presenting A League of Their Own, and musical Into the Woods.

He is married to long-term girlfriend Julia Carey, and together they live in LA with their three children.

 Domnhall Gleeson will be playing Mr McGregor
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Domnhall Gleeson will be playing Mr McGregorCredit: © 2017 CTMG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. **ALL IMAGES ARE PROPERTY OF SONY PICTURES ENTERT

Domhnall Gleeson (Mr. McGregor)

Domhnall Gleeson was born in Dublin, Ireland in May 1983.

He is the second child of the award-winning Irish actor Brendan Gleeson.

Domnhall has siblings - Brian, Fergus and Rory Gleeson - with Brian a fellow actor who appeared alongside Domnhall in 2017 movie, Mother!

His credits include Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Ex Machina, Harry Potter and Black Mirror's Be Right Back.

Rose Byrne (Bea)

Rose Byrne is an Australian-born actress known for her comedic roles.

Her credits include Spy, Bridesmaids, Neighbours, Get Him To The Greek, and the X-Men franchise.

She has been married to fellow actor Bobby Cannavale since 2012.

 Sia will be playing the homely hedgehog Mrs Tiggy-Winkle in the film
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Sia will be playing the homely hedgehog Mrs Tiggy-Winkle in the filmCredit: © 2017 CTMG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. **ALL IMAGES ARE PROPERTY OF SONY PICTURES ENTERT

Daisy Ridley (Cotton-Tail)

Daisy Jazz Isobel Ridley, 25, was born 10 April 1992.

She began her acting career by appearing on TV shows like Youngers, Toast of London, Silent Witness, Mr Selfridge, and Casualty.

However, her breakout role that shot her to fame was when she landed the lead role of Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.

She has currently appeared in Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) and Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017).

She has an estimated worth of £1.5million.

Margot Robbie (Flopsy)

Margot Robbie is an Australian actress who found fame on Neighbours before breaking into Hollywood.

Her credits include The Wolf of Wall Street, Suicide Squad and The Legend of Tarzan.

In 2016, she announced she had married her long-term English beau, Tom Ackerley.

She is currently up for an Oscar for her leading role in biopic, I, Tonya.

 Peter will be on the hunt for veggies with Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton-Tail
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Peter will be on the hunt for veggies with Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton-TailCredit: © 2015 CTMG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. **ALL IMAGES ARE PROPERTY OF SONY PICTURES ENTERTA

Elizabeth Debicki (Mopsy)

Elizabeth Debicki will be known to most as Ayesha in Guardians of the Galaxy 2.

She has also appeared in films including The Man from U.N.C.L.E, Everest and The Cloverfield Paradox.

While raised it Australia, she was actually born in Paris, France.

Sia (Mrs Tiggy-Winkle)

Sia is most known as a singer and songwriter for some of the world's most loved pop stars - including Rihanna among others.

She has contributed to a series of soundtracks and is due to appear in animated film Charming later this year.

Her hit singles include Chandalier, Cheap Thrills and Alive.

Since finding fame under her own name, she has become known for hiding her face.

 The team will be off on an animated adventure
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The team will be off on an animated adventureCredit: © 2015 CTMG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. **ALL IMAGES ARE PROPERTY OF SONY PICTURES ENTERTA

Sam Neill (Older Mr McGregor)

Sam Neill's career in cinemas has lasted over forty-seven years, during which time he's been nominated for three Golden Globes.

His most famed roles include the original Jurassic Park franchise, The Piano, Thor Ragnarok and The Vow.

In 2016, he appeared in the critically acclaimed Hunt for the Wilderpeople.

James Corden provides the voice in new trailer for the Peter Rabbit Movie
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