Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit and his lively band of garden intruders bring mischief to the quiet English countryside, only to clash with the prim and cautious Mr. McGregor when a boundary crossing prank sparks a bigger feud. The rabbit clan led by Peter keeps things chaotic with clever schemes, quick escapes, and a stubborn habit of ignoring rules. Beside them lives Bea Potter, a warm hearted neighbor who feeds the animals and helps repair the garden after each scramble. The clash intensifies as Peter and Thomas McGregor try to win Bea's affections while keeping the peace with Jemima Puddle-Duck and the others watching from the hedges. The film blends bright animation with family friendly humor and farcical capers.

Directed by Will Gluck, this CGI animated adaptation reimagines Beatrix Potter's characters for a modern family audience. Based on Potter's world and stories, it released in 2018 under a Sony Pictures brand collaboration and features playful new characters.

The film grossed $351,266,433 worldwide on a $50,000,000 budget, marking a solid commercial success for a family animation released by Sony and performing strongly in domestic and international markets.

Critics welcomed the lively humor and the strong vocal performances by James Corden and Rose Byrne, though some found the tone uneven for older audiences. The story foregrounds mischief balanced with responsibility, and the value of teamwork and neighborly respect. The humor aims at quick gags and visual pratfalls without cynicism.

Its visual style and familiar voices helped the film blend classic Potter charm with contemporary humor, setting a template for future adaptive entries. Post release, Peter Rabbit joined a wave of family friendly reboots, expanding Beatrix Potter's realm into new merchandising and streaming spinoffs. The film helped revive interest in the classic characters among a younger audience while keeping James Corden's Peter squarely in the spotlight.