2026 Nominees

The Scarecrows' Wedding

Magic Light Pictures, BBC, ZDF

UK

- Animation: Preschool

Magic Light Pictures’ animated films have become an annual Christmas Day tradition in the UK, seen by millions of people. The Scarecrows’ Wedding was the second most watched show on Christmas Day 2025 and has amassed over 6 million views to date. The Scarecrows’ Wedding received critical acclaim upon its debut, praised for its warmth, craft and emotional resonance. The Sun described it as “a treat”, noting its central characters have “heart by the bucketload”, while The Times called the film “charming” with a “pure message about love and loyalty”. The Independent highlighted its “sumptuous” animation and “glimpses of true magic”. Full of heart, humour and adventure, the film is a joyful tale about loyalty, love and unity, gently illustrating that togetherness matters more than grand gestures or the pursuit of perfection.