In the acclaimed animated film adaptation of The Gruffalo, the character of Fox is voiced by the distinguished English actor Tom Wilkinson.
The Gruffalo, a beloved creation from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, saw its narrative brought to the screen in a highly popular 2009 animated short film. This adaptation garnered significant recognition for its quality storytelling and animation, receiving a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Short Film (Animated) on January 25, 2011.
The film's memorable experience is significantly enhanced by its talented voice cast, which includes Tom Wilkinson's portrayal of the cunning Fox. The ensemble of voices helps bring the forest creatures and the titular monster to life:
- Tom Wilkinson as the wily Fox.
- John Hurt as the wise Owl.
- Helena Bonham Carter as the Narrator.
- Robbie Coltrane as the formidable Gruffalo.
- James Corden as the clever Mouse.
Wilkinson's distinctive voice performance effectively captures the sly nature of the Fox, one of the first animals the resourceful Mouse encounters during its journey through the deep, dark wood, preceding its much-anticipated meeting with the Gruffalo. His contribution is a key element in the film's charm and success.