JAMES TROTTER
CHARACTER OVERVIEW:
James has lived an unfortunate life but he is resilient and hungry for adventure (and a taste of peach juice!). When a mysterious peach grows at the end of his garden, he embraces a new group of rather unlikely insect friends with open arms and a curious heart. James is a determined and sparky young hero who is eager to learn just how spectacular the world can be.
ABOUT PROPERTY:
James and the Giant Peach is a beloved story in children’s literature and the second best selling Roald Dahl title of all time. The story of James Henry Trotter and his journey of a lifetime aboard a giant peach has sold over 30 million copies and inspired many stage and screen adaptations including an Oscar nominated film in 1996. With previous partnerships including M&S, Ready Brek, McDonalds and the Natural History Museum, James and the Giant Peach is the perfect peach-sized adventure.
LIKES:
Peaches
Adventuring
Giant insect friends
DISLIKES:
His horrible aunts
Sharks
FAVOURITE PHRASES:
“Action stations! Jump to it! There's not a moment to lose!”
“Oh, isn’t it beautiful. It’s the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen.”
“I’m going to lift this peach clear out of the water!”
