The 2026 John Lewis Christmas advert is here – and it’s Kristin Scott Thomas v Pickles the evil AI overlord puppy!

How the story developed

1. 3 Nov, 00:01 UTC The Independent - Arts & Entertainment: Kristin Scott Thomas stars in John Lewis's 2026 Christmas advert with Sam Fender soundtrack and a talking dog
2. 3 Nov, 00:01 UTC The Guardian - Business: John Lewis Christmas ad stars Kristin Scott Thomas as glamorous granny on a gift hunt
3. 3 Nov, 07:29 UTC The Independent Lifestyle: John Lewis Christmas advert 2026: First look as Kristin Scott Thomas stars in festive jaunt with toy dog Pickles
4. 3 Nov, 09:21 UTC The Guardian - TV & Radio: The 2026 John Lewis Christmas advert is here – and it’s Kristin Scott Thomas v Pickles the evil AI overlord puppy!
5. 3 Nov, 11:39 UTC The Independent - Arts & Entertainment: Watch John Lewis’s 2026 Christmas advert featuring Kristin Scott Thomas and Sam Fender
6. 3 Nov, 13:19 UTC The Independent - Arts & Entertainment: Every John Lewis Christmas advert ranked from The Long Wait to the latest Kristin Scott Thomas-starrer