A timeless masterpiece based on the internationally acclaimed books by Michael Bond, ‘Paddington Bear' directed by Ivor Wood and narrated by the utterly brilliant Michael Hordern remains one of the most successful children’s programs ever produced in the UK.
These boxsets include all 56 episodes broadcast between 1976 and 1980 and three longer specials, now restored and remastered in Hi-Definition for the first time ever. The special limited version includes a slipcase with 3D Pop-Up Paddington Scene Artwork.
The first Paddington book by Michael Bond was published in 1958 and was titled “A Bear called Paddington”. Paddington books have over the years been translated into 40 different languages. Paddington originally “travelled from darkest Africa,” however Bond’s agent advised him that there were no bears in Africa, and so it was amended to Peru, home to the spectacled bear.
Michael Hordern said that God, King Lear and Paddington Bear were his most challenging roles.
Paddington was named Paddington by the Browns after they found him at Paddington Station as his Peruvian name was difficult to pronounce. He quickly becomes a cherished member of the family. Dressed in his characteristic duffle coat and oversized hat, Paddington has a fondness for marmalade sandwiches and always keeps one under his hat for emergencies. As the late Queen found out.
‘Paddington Bear: The Complete Series' will be released on 28th October 2024.
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We've got 1 copy of ‘Paddington Bear: The Complete Series' on Blu-ray and 1 copy of ‘Paddington Bear: The Complete Series' Limited Edition Pop-Up Edition on Blu-ray to give away. There will be two winners for this competition, with each receiving one of the prizes on offer. Enter below for a chance to win…
