Roald and Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse

Encore Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV (not in the PBS app)

Set in 1922, "Roald And Beatrix: The Tail Of The Curious Mouse" is a comedy-drama inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French, "The Vicar of Dibley"). Their encounter proves to be a life-changing moment for them both. Narrated by John Hannah ("The Mummy") and starring Jessica Hynes (W1A), Rob Brydon ("The Trip") and Nick Mohammed (TED LASSO).

Credits: Starring Dawn French, Rob Brydon, Jessica Hynes, Alison Steadman, Nick Mohammed, Nina Sosanya, Bill Bailey, Harry Tayler. Directed by David Kerr and produced by Elaine Cameron. Sky One. Distributed by American Public Television.

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

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Inspired by the true story of a young Roald Dahl, future author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," as he sets off on an adventure to meet his favorite author, Beatrix Potter (Dawn French).

©Sky UK Ltd