First look at Mary Poppins 2018 sequel
The sequel to the 1964 classic “Mary Poppins”, titled “Mary Poppins Returns”, has just had its first photos from production released, The Independent reports.
“Mary Poppins Returns” sees Emily Blunt as the lead actress, joined by Dick van Dyke, Colin Firth, Meryl Streep, and Angela Lansbury. The film will focus on the era of the Great Depression and a grown-up Jane and Michael Banks. In the aftermath of a tragedy, the former nanny of the Banks makes a return visit.
She’s (still) practically perfect in every way! ☂️ Your exclusive first look at #MaryPoppinsReturns is finally here: https://t.co/07fGL7eMkx pic.twitter.com/t0nTSUsJ6i
— Entertainment Weekly (@EW) June 7, 2017
The film is based on a screenplay by David Magee and is directed and produced by Rob Marshall. It will also feature some new songs, by Marc WShaiman and Scott Wittman, as well as an original score by Shaiman.