

Conscious, yet still made of wood, he is told by The Blue Fairy that in order to become a real boy, he must learn the difference between right and wrong, because a boy who won't be good may as well be made of wood. The prized creation and beloved son of the kindly woodworker, Geppetto, Pinocchio is the titular character of this adventurous fable. Lloyd has previously worked mostly in television, appearing in Doctor Who as well as the television adaption of His Dark Materials, though he is most recognizable for his role as Charlie in the 2019 adventure film The Aeronauts, where he acted alongside Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones. Lampwick is known for his bright red hair and rudeboy demeanor, and while Lloyd isn’t, his freckled, round cheeks, expressive eyes, and outgoing personality make him a perfect fit for the role.

Though he may be a bad kid, he’s friendly, and takes a curious Pinocchio under his wing, teaching how fun it can be to be bad as the two stuff their faces on whole pies and roast chickens, play a game of pool, and enjoy the wild fun that Pleasure Island has to offer before its fateful closing time.Īn accomplished young actor, Lewin Lloyd will take on the role of the rascal Lampwick. A fan of a good fistfight, and a vandal with a sense of humor, the delinquent enjoys drinking and smoking cigars at a young age. Erivo has previously sung in various television programs, and in the coming years will be heard belting her heart out in the upcoming two-part release of Wicked, a film adaptation of the Broadway musical, in which the stunning songstress will portray the character Elphaba alongside Ariana Grande as the good witch, Glinda.Īn older boy from the tough streets, Lampwick is Pinocchio's first human friend, who he meets on their way to Pleasure Island. Cynthia, whose powerful gaze is both warm and striking, will perform the song "When You Wish Upon a Star" from the original film for the upcoming adaptation. The stunning London-born actress, Cynthia Erivo, will be portraying the glittering, ethereal Blue Fairy in the upcoming Disney film. In the 1940 version, The Blue Fairy underwent various changes in appearance, beginning as an ethereal creature with wild hair, she was later animated as a glamorous humanlike beauty with blonde hair tucked into a headband, her winged form in a glittering blue dress. The Blue Fairy has the ability to take on many forms, including the wishing star that Geppetto saw through his window, as well as a white dove, a form, which she takes on while helping Pinocchio along his adventures. Hearing the kind woodcarver's soft plea through his bedroom window, The Blue Fairy states that the selfless, humble Geppetto has given so much happiness to others and that the kind man deserves to have his wish come true.
