- A fourth live-action Paddington film is officially in development, confirmed by Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada.
- Canal+ will be the first to screen Paddington 4 on French small screens, six months after its theatrical release, following a renewed agreement with French cinema organisations.
- The pay-TV provider is committing significant investment, including €1 billion over five years from 2028, to secure privileged early access to new film releases.
- Oscar-nominated screenwriter Armando Iannucci and Simon Blackwell have been revealed as the writers for the upcoming Paddington 4.
- Actor Hugh Bonneville, who portrays Mr Brown, has indicated he is unlikely to return to the franchise, suggesting the series will continue with a focus on the bear.
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