Orpan James is left to live with his aunts, Spiker and Sponge but they treat him horribly.

Accidentally spilling a majic potion near an old peach tree has marvellous consequences and adventures for James. 

With new friends, Centepede, Earthworm, Grasshopper, Ladybird and Spider, James sets off on an incredible journey in the Giant Peach to New York.