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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
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New Kid and Family Movies in 2025: Calendar of Release Dates (Updating)
Looking for new family movies to watch? This Billboard Family calendar is a roundup of 2025 kid and family movie releases that should be appropriate for most ages. To help people find picks that the entire family can enjoy together, only rated PG movies — or those that are expected to be rated PG — are included on the list. More from Billboard Kneecap Launch London Billboard Takeover Ahead of 'Witch-Hunt' Court Appearance How 'Elio' Composer Rob Simonsen Married Space Disco, Choir Dolls & Talking Heads to Bring Pixar's Sci-Fi Adventure to Life The Beach Boys' 'Pet Sounds' Hits Highest Rank on Billboard 200 in Nearly 60 Years After Brian Wilson's Death Plenty of family films are opening in 2025. Winter and spring highlights for kids include January's Paddington in Peru, the third installment of the hit movie series starring the sweet children's literature character Paddington Bear, and the March release of Disney's Snow White, a live-action version of Walt Disney Productions' 1937 animated classic, starring Rachel Zegler. Summer brings theatrical releases such as June's Elio, a Pixar original described as a 'comedic misadventure' that's about an 11-year-old alien-and-space fanatic who's transported to an 'interplanetary paradise that is home to intelligent life from galaxies far and wide,' and August's Freakier Friday, which has stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan reuniting in a sequel to the 2003 family comedy that had the mother-daughter duo swapping bodies. While much of fall still appears appears open in the kid and family movie space, part two of Universal's Wicked, titled Wicked: For Good, arrives in theaters in late November. Some anticipated 2025 animated movie releases that do not yet have a release date include an adaptation of Roald Dahl's novel The Twits, which will be streaming on Netflix, and the stop-motion dark fantasy Wildwood from Laika, the studio behind 2009's Coraline. These two films and more have TBD release dates that will be updated on the calendar once announced. Bookmark this page and check back to see the latest updates to Billboard Family's calendar of 2025 movie releases for kids and families. Jan. 3 Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (PG, streaming on Netflix) Jan. 17 Henry Danger: The Movie (PG, Nickelodeon and streaming on Paramount+) Jan. 24 The Colors Within (PG, in theaters) Jan. 31 Dog Man (PG, in theaters) Feb. 14 Paddington in Peru (PG, in theaters) Feb. 21 The Unbreakable Boy (PG, in theaters) March 7 Night of the Zoopocalypse (PG, in theaters) March 14 The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (PG, in theaters) March 21 Disney's Snow White (in theaters) March 28 Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip (PG, streaming on Disney+) April 4 A Minecraft Movie (in theaters) April 11 Pets (streaming on Disney+) The King of Kings (in theaters) April 25 The Legend of Ochi (PG, in theaters) May 23 Lilo & Stitch (in theaters) May 30 Karate Kid: Legends (in theaters) June 13 How to Train Your Dragon (in theaters) June 20 Elio (in theaters) July 2 Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado (PG, Nickelodeon and streaming on Paramount+) July 18 Smurfs (in theaters) Aug. 1 The Bad Guys 2 (in theaters) Aug. 6 Sketch (PG, in theaters) Aug. 8 Freakier Friday (in theaters) Sept. 26 Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie (in theaters) TBD Nov. 14 In Your Dreams (PG, streaming on Netflix) Nov. 21 David (in theaters) Wicked: For Good (in theaters) Nov. 26 Zootopia 2 (in theaters) Dec. 19 The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants (in theaters) Dec. 25 Winnie the Pooh: A Hundred Acre Christmas (streaming on Amazon Prime Video) In Your Dreams Plankton: The Movie Pookoo The Twits Wildwood Best of Billboard Kelly Clarkson, Michael Buble, Pentatonix & Train Will Bring Their Holiday Hits to iHeart Christmas Concert Fox Plans NFT Debut With $20 'Masked Singer' Collectibles 14 Things That Changed (or Didn't) at Farm Aid 2021
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Clarkson's parents made a fortune by designing very famous toy
Jeremy Clarkson's mum always believed her son would not have had the TV career he did without Paddington Bear after the family played a big part in creating the ironic character TV star Jeremy Clarkson owes his career to Paddington Bear after his parents made mega money by designing the much-loved stuffed toy. Shirley and Eddie Clarkson's small design company led them to make the first-ever prototype of the character in 1972, which they gifted to their son Jeremy and daughter Joana for Christmas. Friends were quick to admire the toys so they started selling them in local shops in the 70s and the Clarkson couple modified Paddington's design to include his now-famous yellow wellington boots. However, issues soon came to the fore when the author of the Paddington series, Michael Bond, got wind of the couple selling the stuffed toy without copyright rights. The author asked his legal team to take action against the Clarksons, but one meeting between the Bond and the couple changed the trajectory of Paddington Bear forever. As legal actions boiled to a head, Eddie and Shirley travelled to London to meet with the authors' solicitors and happened to meet Bond in a lift. The author of the hit franchise quickly became pals with the couple and tensions around copyright soon melted away. "I got in the lift with Shirley and Eddie," Bond told The Sunday Times."They were terribly nice and pretended it had all been a mistake - and we were friends by the time we got out of the lift. I gave them a licence." That moment of kindness in the lift changed the Clarksons' lives, as the family went on to sell millions of bears and Paddington-themed products across the globe. After a huge success, the Clarkson couple eventually sold the stuffed bear rights to toy stalwart Hamleys. Shirley told AutoTrader in 2010 that he would not have had the TV career he did without Paddington Bear. The millionaire broadcaster also attended two private schools thanks to his parent's entrepreneurial success - Hill House School in Doncaster and Repton School in Derbyshire. The Paddington Bear website says: 'The very first Paddington bear soft toy was designed in the UK by a lady called Shirley Clarkson. She made it as a Christmas present for her children, Joanna and Jeremy Clarkson (who was to go on to become a world famous motoring journalist). "So many people admired Shirley's Paddington that she started to make some more until her company, Gabrielle Designs and was granted an official licence to sell them in the UK in 1972." When Paddington author passed away in 2017, the TV presenter wrote an emotional statement on Twitter to honour his family's relationship with him. He wrote: "Very sad to hear Michael Bond has died. I knew him for 45 years and rarely met anyone kinder or more gentle."
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Jeremy Clarkson's mother Shirley made a fortune creating a VERY recognisable toy - and she claims he wouldn't have a career without it
Jeremy Clarkson's mother Shirley's Christmas present to her children one year made their family a fortune after she gifted the TV star and his sister a stuffed toy. The Clarkson's Farm star, 65, received the first ever Paddington Bear prototype after his mother handmade the toys as a present for her young children. After the toys were admired by friends, Shirley and her husband Eddie began making unofficial teddies in the 1970s and selling them in local shops. However, Paddington Bear author Michael Bond heard about them being sold without his knowledge and considered trying to sue the couple for copyright infringement. But a chance meeting between Michael and the Clarksons in a lift where they were introduced by a mutual acquaintance brought a resolution to the conflict. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. During the conversation the two parties struck a deal which meant that they were able to continue manufacturing and selling the Paddington Bear toys. Revealing how they made an agreement that suited both sides, he told the Sunday Times last year: 'I got in the lift with Shirley and Eddie. 'They were terribly nice and pretended it had all been a mistake - and we were friends by the time we got out of the lift. I gave them a licence.' Shirley previously confessed that her son Jeremy might not have the successful TV career he has today without her innovation. She told AutoTrader: 'Without Paddington Bear, Jeremy might not have carved out his star-studded path on TV.' The benefits of their business allowed the couple to enrol Jeremy in top private schools Hill House School in Doncaster and Repton School in Derbyshire. The Paddington Bear website says: 'The very first Paddington bear soft toy was designed in the UK by a lady called Shirley Clarkson. She made it as a Christmas present for her children, Joanna and Jeremy Clarkson (who was to go on to become a world famous motoring journalist). 'So many people admired Shirley's Paddington that she started to make some more until her company, Gabrielle Designs and was granted an official licence to sell them in the UK in 1972.' Following his privileged upbringing, Jeremy trained as a journalist and began working in local news before working on Top Gear magazine. He then started filming for the old Top Gear programme on the BBC in the 1990s before masterminding the 2001 reboot alongside James May and Richard Hammond. Last week it was revealed that the Clarkson's grade II-listed family home had gone up for sale for a hefty £1.5 million. Rowland Bridge House in the historic market town of Tickhill, in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, four reception rooms, and a 'large living kitchen'. The home is located just a few miles away from the former Top Gear presenter's childhood school, the prestigious Hill House School. The two-floor property, which features a walled south-facing garden and orangery, has waterside views over a large duck pond. The 5,000 square-foot home, which is just two hours from London by public transport, has now gone on the market with a guide price of £1,475,000. Lister Haigh's Nick Talbot said: 'It's a magnificent family home in the highly sought after, historic and picturesque market town of Tickhill which is very popular due to its excellent range of independent shops, restaurants, and amenities, as well as offering easy access to the A1(M), M18 and M62. 'The property blends period features and charm with an excellent finish, which includes media and sound systems together with remote heating and security systems, which will all appeal to buyers looking for a standout family home.' He added: 'Rowland Bridge House is full of history and during the 1970s it was the childhood home of motoring journalist and star of Clarkson's Farm, Jeremy Clarkson. 'It's also where he famously played with the world's first ever Paddington Bear, after his mother, Shirley Clarkson, started making the soft toys without consent. 'However, she was later granted licencing rights by Paddington's author, Michael Bond, to manufacture and export the bears throughout the world.' It is thought the Clarkson family sold the home in 2016 and that it is currently owned by a semi-retired estate agent.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Children's character Zog is celebrated on Royal Mint 50p coins
Children's character Zog is being celebrated with the launch of a Royal Mint 50p coin. The collectable coin marks 15 years since since Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's enthusiastic but accident-prone dragon first captured readers' hearts. The design features Zog flying, complete with tiny wings and a determination to earn a golden star at Dragon School. The 50p joins the Mint's childhood characters collection, which also includes The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child. Rebecca Morgan, director of commemorative coin at the Royal Mint, said: 'We're thrilled to welcome Zog onto an official UK 50p and as part of our childhood characters coin series. 'As the dragon who tries his very best – despite his mishaps – Zog represents determination and perseverance, qualities we can all admire. 'This coin celebrates a character who has become a firm favourite in households across the UK and continues our tradition of honouring beloved children's literature on our nation's coinage.' Zog author Julia Donaldson said: 'I'm delighted that Zog is being celebrated on a UK coin. When I wrote his story 15 years ago, I never imagined he would fly so far into people's imaginations. Seeing our determined dragon on a 50p piece would definitely earn him a golden star from Madam Dragon.' Zog illustrator Axel Scheffler said: 'Drawing Zog with his big friendly face and clumsiness has always been such a joy. To see my illustrations transformed onto a coin is an incredible honour.' Previous character coins from the Royal Mint also include the Snowman, Paddington Bear, and Wallace and Gromit. The Zog 50p coin was created in partnership with Magic Light Pictures, the company behind the animated adaptation of the story. Its release on Thursday coincides with Zog Day 2025, celebrating the character's qualities. The coin is available to buy from the Royal Mint's website in a range of precious metal finishes, with colour versions also available in Zog's orange hue. The range starts at £15 with colour version 50ps priced from £25. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Daily Mirror
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Huge TV star is unlikely heir to Paddington Bear fortune and selling £2.8m home
The Amazon Prime series Clarkson's Farm has become a huge hit with viewers and now two of the stars are looking to sell their properties as they aim to boost their bank balances Two stars from the Amazon Prime series Clarkson's Farm are looking to boost their bank balances as they list their properties on the market for some eye-watering figures - with one of the lavish houses having a link to a very iconic British institution. Former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson 's childhood home, Rowland Bridge House, is on the market for a whopping £1.5 million, while one of his co-stars is looking to sell their £2.8 million Cotswolds country home in a raffle! Located in the historic market town of Tickhill, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Clarkson's childhood home is a Grade II listed property that boasts five bedrooms, three bathrooms, four reception rooms, and a 'large living kitchen'. The Clarkson family moved into this 17th-century detached house back in 1987. Jeremy lived there with his mother Shirley, who famously crafted the world's first 'plush' Paddington Bear, initially without authorisation from the character's creator, Michael Bond. Clarkson's mother hadn't asked for permission to use the bear's likeness, but all worked out for her after Bond bumped into Shirley and her husband Eddie and struck up a friendship with the couple and officially awarded her company the licence. The author recalled to The Sunday Times in 2014: "I got in the lift with Shirley and Eddie. They were terribly nice and pretended it had all been a mistake - and we were friends by the time we got out of the lift. I gave them a licence." Bond's approval helped Shirley set up a fortune for the Clarkson family, with her Paddington venture allowing the income she generated through Paddington Bear to fund her son's private school education which helped launch his career in showbuisnsess. She once told AutoTrader magazine: "I've got a Paddington bear on the dashboard of my car. I looked at it recently and thought if it hadn't been for the success of the toys, Jeremy wouldn't have had all the chances he's had in life." Just a stone's throw away from Hill House School, where Clarkson spent his school years, the property offers waterside views over a large duck pond, This two-storey property, complete with a walled south-facing garden and orangery, is now up for grabs with a guide price of £1,475,000. The 5,000 square-foot home, which is just a two-hour journey from London by public transport, comes fully equipped with a range of Miele appliances, including an Aga cooker, and features a laundry and utilities room. Additional perks include a security system, integrated multimedia system, smart heating, and an outdoor kitchen. The main bedroom boasts an en-suite bathroom with a freestanding roll-top bath, and a dressing room. Other features include a conservatory, and a detached garage block with a workshop, gardener's toilet, and a self-contained office and gym. Nick Talbot from Lister Haigh highlighted the captivating past of Rowland Bridge House: "Rowland Bridge House is full of history and during the 1970s it was the childhood home of motoring journalist and star of Clarkson's Farm, Jeremy Clarkson." Nick then added: "It's also where he famously played with the world's first ever Paddington Bear, after his mother, Shirley Clarkson, started making the soft toys without consent. However, she was later granted licencing rights by Paddington's author, Michael Bond, to manufacture and export the bears throughout the world." Commenting on the features of the home, Nick was enthusiastic: "It's a magnificent family home in the highly sought after, historic and picturesque market town of Tickhill which is very popular due to its excellent range of independent shops, restaurants, and amenities, as well as offering easy access to the A1(M), M18 and M62." He also mentioned the appealing mix of old-world allure and contemporary comforts found in the home: "The property blends period features and charm with an excellent finish, which includes media and sound systems together with remote heating and security systems, which will all appeal to buyers looking for a standout family home." It's noted that the Clarksons sold the greatly-loved house back in 2016, and it's now believed to be owned by a semi-retired estate agent. Rachel Hawkins, who assisted Clarkson in launching his Cotswolds pub The Farmer's Dog, resides nearby the presenter's site and is now raffling off her £2.8 million country home. The hospitality entrepreneur, known for reviving dilapidated pubs, has put her six-bedroom house located in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold up for grabs with tickets starting at just £10. Rachel, along with her long-term partner Will Kennedy, moved into the property in November 2015 after purchasing it for £750,000. The 40-year-old star has decided to relocate with Will and their five dogs, opting for an unconventional method to sell their home. The detached 4,000sq ft property is perfect for hosting, should any of the increasing number of Cotswolds A-listers decide to drop by, boasting a unique bar area. It also features a living area and a kitchen with dining space, flanked by a separate dining room on one side and a stylish family room on the other. The family room comes with bi-fold doors that open onto a stone terrace, complete with a garden room for sunny days. The ground floor also houses a cosy sitting room, study and cellar, as well as visitor-friendly features such as a boot room for wellies and a custom-made dog bed. The two upper floors of the Cotswold stone house accommodate six bedrooms, each with its own en suite. A spacious master suite, several guest rooms and a quirky loft room with two single beds tucked under the eaves of the house make it an ideal home for those who love to host. The plush residence comes fully furnished with chic furniture, and Raffle House also takes care of the stamp duty costs and fees, ensuring the lucky winner can move in without any additional expenses.
