Nanny McPhee Returns facts for kids
Nanny McPhee Returns (known as Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang in the United Kingdom) is a fun fantasy comedy movie released in 2010. It was directed by Susanna White and produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, and Lindsay Doran. The music for the film was created by James Newton Howard. This movie is a sequel to the popular 2005 film, Nanny McPhee. The story was written by Emma Thompson, who based it on the Nurse Matilda books by Christianna Brand. Emma Thompson also stars in the movie, playing the magical Nanny McPhee. Other well-known actors in the film include Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ralph Fiennes, Rhys Ifans, Ewan McGregor, Asa Butterfield, and Maggie Smith. The movie first came out in cinemas on August 20, 2010, thanks to Universal Pictures.
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About the Movie's Story
This movie takes place during World War II in England. It follows the adventures of Isabel Green, a busy mother who is trying to manage her farm and her three children, Norman, Megsie, and Vincent. Her husband is away fighting in the war. Things get even more chaotic when her two spoiled cousins, Cyril and Celia, come to stay from London because of the war.
Nanny McPhee's Arrival
The children don't get along at all, and Mrs. Green is struggling to keep everything under control. That's when the mysterious and magical Nanny McPhee arrives. She has a special way of teaching children important lessons. Nanny McPhee uses her magic to help the children learn five important lessons about getting along and helping each other.
The Farm and Family Challenges
The children face many challenges, including dealing with their tricky uncle, Phil, who wants to sell the family farm. They also have to learn to work together to save the farm and protect their family. Nanny McPhee's magic helps them in surprising ways, often making things seem worse before they get better, which teaches the children valuable lessons.
Key Cast Members
The movie features a talented group of actors who bring the characters to life.
- Emma Thompson plays Nanny McPhee, the magical nanny with a unique appearance.
- Maggie Gyllenhaal plays Mrs. Green, the hardworking mother.
- Rhys Ifans plays Uncle Phil, who causes some trouble for the family.
- Asa Butterfield plays Norman Green, one of the children.
- Lil Woods plays Megsie Green.
- Oscar Steer plays Vincent Green.
- Eros Vlahos plays Cyril Gray, one of the cousins.
- Rosy Taylor-Ritson plays Celia Gray, the other cousin.
- Ralph Fiennes plays Lord Gray, the father of Cyril and Celia.
- Maggie Smith plays Mrs. Docherty, a kind shop owner.
- Ewan McGregor plays Mr. Green, the father of the Green children.
Movie Release Information
The movie was first shown in the United Kingdom on March 26, 2010. It was later released in the United States and Canada on August 20, 2010. The film was enjoyed by audiences around the world.
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Hambleden was one of the film's locations.
See also
In Spanish: Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang para niños
