The actor Kevin McKidd, known for the TV shows “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Six Four,” will star in a new movie for CBBC called “The Primrose Railway Children.” CBBC is the BBC channel for kids. The 90-minute film was written by Tom Bidwell, who’s done other movies like “The Velveteen Rabbit” and “The Irregulars.” It’s based on a book by Jacqueline Wilson that puts a modern spin on the classic story “The Railway Children” by E.N. Nesbit.
They’ll be filming in places around Scotland like Glasgow, the Scottish Highlands, and real heritage railways. The movie follows Phoebe, her big sister Becks, big brother Perry, and their mom. They have to leave their home in Glasgow and move far away to the Scottish countryside. The BBC said it’s about growing up somewhere new when you don’t want to change homes, and trying to fit into a community that seems strange.
Kevin McKidd will play their dad, Rob Robinson. Nina Toussaint-White from “Bodyguard” and “Witness Number 3” will be their mom Sarah. Ava McCarthy, Ida Brooke, and Tylan Bailey take on the roles of Phoebe, Becks, and Perry.
McKidd said reading Tom’s amazing script was so fun. The original “Railway Children” movie was one he loved as a kid. So it was easy to say yes to filming this version in Scotland. He can’t wait to become Rob and retell this British classic alongside the talented cast. It’ll be fantastic for families to watch.
Tali Walters from the BBC said they’re excited to make such a big production in Scotland, with all it offers. She can’t wait for people in the UK and worldwide to see it.
“The Primrose Railway Children” is a BBC Studios Kids & Family Productions movie. Walters is overseeing things as Creative Director. It’ll be directed by Julian Kemp, with filming starting soon. International distribution goes through BBC Studios.
