Meet the furry and not-so-furry cast and characters of Peter Rabbit 2. Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit stories have been enthralling children for over a century, during which time the titular bunny has ventured into animation, stage productions, and even modern literary adventures written by Emma Thompson. For most of his life, however, Peter Rabbit shied away from the bright lights of Hollywood. Beatrix Potter refused to sign her creation over to Disney in the 1930s, and it wasn't until the 2010s that interest resurfaced in giving Peter the big screen treatment. Released in 2018, Peter Rabbit was directed by Will Gluck to box office success, although critical reaction was far more mixed.
Still, this hasn't stopped Peter Rabbit 2 bouncing into theaters, following a delay of over a year due to COVID-19. Perhaps Peter Rabbit's most impressive feat is the star-studded cast, with various A-listers from film and TV lending their voices to Beatrix Potter's colorful collection of farmyard animals - a testament to Peter Rabbit's enduring reputation. Here's where you might recognize the voices, and what the main characters look like in real life.
James Corden as Peter Rabbit
Peter Rabbit 2's lead role goes, once again, to James Corden. The film's characterization of Peter Rabbit was criticized in 2018, accused of turning the creature's playful naughtiness into something rather more unlikable. Peter Rabbit 2 addresses that allegation in somewhat meta fashion. James Corden made his name in British sitcom Gavin & Stacey, but is now known better as a late night talk show host.
Margot Robbie as Flopsy Rabbit
Also reprising her role from the original Peter Rabbit movie is Margot Robbie. Known for playing Harley Quinn in the DCEU, Robbie is set to lead a future reboot of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Robbie voices Flopsy Rabbit, Peter's more innocent sister who usually finds herself tagging along on the same farmyard hi-jinks. As before, Peter Rabbit 2 makes the most of Margot Robbie's presence by having her narrate the movie also.
Elizabeth Debicki as Mopsy Rabbit
Another member of the Rabbit clan born to Josephine, Mopsy is the sister of Peter and the eldest of the female triplets. Fans might recognize Mopsy's voice as Elizabeth Debicki, whose breakout role came opposite Tom Hiddleston in The Night Manager. Debicki has since appeared as Kat in Tenet, and will play The Crown's older Princess Diana.
Aimee Horne as Cotton-Tail Rabbit
Unlike most of her Peter Rabbit 2 cast members, Aimee Horne is a newcomer to the McGregor farm - although her character isn't. In the first Peter Rabbit, Cotton-Tail was voiced by Daisy Ridley, who is the only member of the main cast not to return. The youngest of the siblings, Cotton-Tail is more unhinged compared to Peter, Flopsy and Mopsy.
Lennie James as Barnabas
In a significant departure from the zombie apocalypse, Lennie James plays Barnabus, an older rabbit Peter encounters while on an adventure in the city during Peter Rabbit 2. The actor best known for Morgan Jones in The Walking Dead is the main antagonist of Peter Rabbit's latest tale.
Colin Moody as Benjamin Bunny
Joining Peter and his siblings is their cousin Benjamin Bunny, voiced by Colin Moody. Benjamin is unsure and nervous compared to the others, but joins their adventures regardless.
Peter Rabbit 2's Supporting Voice Actors
Rupert Degas as Samuel Whiskers - One of Barnabas' crew, Rupert Degas is a respected voice actor from Bob The Builder and Thomas & Friends.
Damon Herriman as Tom Kitten - Also in league with Barnabus is Tom Kitten. Damon Herriman played Charles Manson in both Mindhunter and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood.
Hayley Atwell as Mittens - Best known as the MCU's Peggy Carter, Hayley Atwell voices Tom Kitten's sister, Mittens.
Rose Byrne as Jemima Puddle-Duck - As well as her live-action role, Byrne is the voice of Jemima Puddle-Duck.
Sia as Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle - Internationally-famed vocalist Sia lends her recognizable tones to Peter Rabbit 2's Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle.
Domhnall Gleeson as Jeremy Fisher - Like Byrne, Gleeson has a small voice part.
Sam Neill as Tommy Brock - The Jurassic Park legend plays a friend of Peter Rabbit's.
Tim Minchin as Busker K. Bushy esq. - Best known for his musical and comedy endeavors, Tim Minchin has a small Peter Rabbit 2 appearance.
Ewen Leslie as Pigling Bland - Leslie has featured in Wonderland and Operation Buffalo.
Peter Rabbit 2's Live-Action Cast
Rose Byrne as Bea McGregor - A writer who turns Peter Rabbit's misadventures into children's books, Bea is obviously part-based on Beatrix Potter herself. Rose Byrne will be familiar to audiences from Bridesmaids and Neighbors.
Domhnall Gleeson as Thomas McGregor - Bea's husband, and owner of the McGregor farm Peter and the other animals enjoy so much. Gleeson played General Hux in the Star Wars sequels and starred in Ex Machina.
David Oyelowo as Nigel Basil-Jones - The greedy producer who wants to turn Bea's wholesome Peter Rabbit into a soulless multimedia cash-cow, Nigel is played by David Oyelowo, who earned widespread acclaim following his starring turn in Selma. The human villain of Peter Rabbit 2.
