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Kensuke's Kingdom
A young boy, Michael, shipwrecked on a remote island, must adapt to facing life alone. Over time, he feels another presence, and discovers that this world is home to unimaginable danger and beauty.
A young boy, Michael, shipwrecked on a remote island, must adapt to facing life alone. Over time, he feels another presence, and discovers that this world is home to both unimaginable danger and beauty.
An animated epic adventure based on the much-loved, best-selling children's novel by Michael Morpurgo and adapted for screen by Frank Cottrell-Boyce.
On TV
Next Sunday
15:40
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Michael | Aaron MacGregor |
| Kensuke | Ken Watanabe |
| Mum | Sally Hawkins |
| Additional voices | Cavin Cornwall |
| Dad | Cillian Murphy |
| Becky | Raffey Cassidy |
| Announcer | Ken Ochiai |
| Michiya | Alfred Codai Berglund |
| Writer | Michael Morpurgo |
| Writer | Frank Cottrell-Boyce |
| Director | Neil Boyle |
| Director | Kirk Hendry |
Broadcasts
- Sun 3 Aug 2025 15:35
- Next Sunday 15:40
Sat 15 Nov 2025 00:00
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