‘Laugh, muchachos’: Spitting Image studio sued after Paddington Bear episode

<p>StudioCanal and author’s estate taking action over video depicting Paddington with South American accent snorting powder</p><p>For the millions who adore Paddington Bear, Michael Bond’s marmalade-loving character is the epitome of English politeness and understatement – so a new depiction as a drug-taking, potty-mouthed podcast host was always going to prove challenging.</p><p>But the satirical overhaul of Paddington by the team behind Spitting Image has proved too much for the film studio and estate that own the character’s rights.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/oct/06/spitting-image-paddington-bear-episode-studiocanal-michael-bond-estate">Continue reading...</a>