Sheridan Smith, Alison Steadman and ‘SNL U.K.’s’ Hammed Animashaun Lend Voices to ‘The Baddies’ Adaptation

Magic Light Pictures announced on March 11, 2024, that Sheridan Smith, Alison Steadman, and Hammed Animashaun will voice characters in "The Baddies," an upcoming half-hour animation based on the children's book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Sheridan Smith will serve as the narrator for the adaptation. Alison Steadman has been cast as the Witch, and Hammed Animashaun, known for his role in "SNL U.K.," will voice the character of Troll. The production company, Magic Light Pictures, has been nominated for multiple Oscars. Robyn Cara is also set to join the voice cast, though her specific role was not detailed in the announcement. The animation is expected to bring the popular characters from Donaldson and Scheffler's book to life for a new audience.