Grow

A charming family adventure where a young girl’s hidden powers bring unexpected change to a fiercely competitive community.

A troubled young girl discovers the magical ability to feel the emotions of plants when she’s sent to live with her aunt in the ‘pumpkin capital of the world’. At first, Charlie struggles to bond with her tough, no-nonsense aunt Dinah, who is more focused on the Scottish town’s fiercely competitive pumpkin-growing contest. But when Charlie discovers a supernatural talent that could change everything, the stakes grow fast. Directed by John McPhail (Anna and the Apocalypse), Grow is a hilarious, heartwarming family fantasy starring a host of British comedy royalty, including Nick Frost, Joe Wilkinson, Golda Rosheuval and young actress Priya-Rose Brookwell.

Arrive before the film to have a go with our film-themed selfie shoot and stick around after the film to design-your-own popcorn boxes! Plus explore our VR Cinema at the National Science and Media Museum. Part of the LYFF Cine-Takeover at Pictureville, for Leeds Young Film Festival 2026.