Arthur Christmas

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Arthur Christmas tops UK and Ireland film chart

Animated film Arthur Christmas has leapt back to the top of the UK and Ireland box office chart in its seventh week of release.

Video: Christmas animation mixed with satire

The new film, Arthur Christmas, is an Anglo-American endeavour which brings together the talents of Britain's Aardman Animations with the marketing might of a big US studio.

This light satire on the increased corporatisation of Christmas stars the voices of some of Britain's top actors.

Modestly amusing traditional Christmas fare

Arthur Christmas is yet more traditional Christmas fare.

Video: Ashley Jensen talks about finding her inner elf

The actress Ashley Jensen is the voice behind an elf in the festive film, Arthur Christmas.

She said that her son may have been an inspiration for the voice.

She also told the BBC's Tim Masters that she would like to work with Ricky Gervais again.

Video: Exclusive Arthur Christmas clip

A new clip from Aardman's latest movie Arthur Christmas has been unveiled exclusively through Digital Spy.

James McAvoy and Hugh Laurie sign up for Aardman film

James McAvoy and Hugh Laurie have joined the voice cast for Arthur Christmas - the latest film from Aardman Animations.

Hugh Laurie signs up for Aardman film

Hugh Laurie and James McAvoy have joined the voice cast for Arthur Christmas - the latest film from Aardman Animations.