Bill Nighy reunites with Maisie Williams for "irresistible" new movie

Bill Nighy and Maisie Williams are set to star together in an upcoming movie after first appearing on family drama 500 Miles earlier this year.

The Living and Games of Thrones stars have been confirmed to voice the English-language version of the animated film The Last Dino (via Variety).

Also starring Marvel star Hayley Atwell, the film from director Federico Milella follows Rex, the son of the King of Dinosaurs who is inexplicably catapulted 65 million years into the future. In the world as we now know it, dinosaurs have long been extinct, with poor Rex finding it hard to adjust to life in a society where his regal title and incredible strength mean nothing.

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Determined to find his way home, the protagonist teams up with a crew of new, unlikely friends, as the dinosaur picks up some valuable lessons about belonging, friendship and family along the way.

Written by Ben Smith, The Last Dino is produced by Luxembourg-based animation studio Fabrique d'Images, in co-production with Belgium-based Freaks Factory, UK-based Terrible Lizard Productions and Broadvision Perspectives India, with the support of Film Fund Luxembourg and Wallimage (Wallonia).

Global Constellation is handling international distribution for the film, which exec Fabien Westerhoff has described as "heartfelt" and "entertaining".

"The Last Dino combines irresistible slapstick comedy with heartfelt storytelling in a hugely entertaining time-travelling adventure for the family," Westerhoff said in a statement.

"At its core is a universal message about embracing our differences, finding our tribe and discovering where we truly belong. We're delighted to present the film to buyers at [American Film Market] AFM ahead of its international theatrical rollout in 2027."

Nighy is attached to star in action thriller Caine, set in the world of John Wick and focusing on Donnie Yen's character of the same name. The film is directed by Yen from a story he developed with Chad Stahelski, who helmed all four John Wick films.

Williams recently starred in Practical Magic 2 opposite Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman and Joey King.

The Last Dino doesn't have a UK release date confirmed.

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Stefania is a freelance writer specialising in TV and movies. After graduating from City University, London, she covered LGBTQ+ news and pursued a career in entertainment journalism, with her work appearing in outlets including Little White Lies, The Skinny, Radio Times and Digital Spy. 

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