Tourists were baffled to see Mr Bean pushing shopping trolleys in London.

Actor Rowan Atkinson, 70, was spotted in Piccadilly Circus where he was filming episodes of a new comedy series for Netflix.

Fans speculated that the iconic Mr Bean character might return to the big screen but it was confirmed that Rowan working on his role in Man Vs Baby.

Footage shows the beloved actor wearing a blue coat and a knitted bobble hat, manoeuvring four grocery carts along the pavement.

He was seen glancing back with an animated expression, appearing exhausted as he struggled to push the long line of trolleys.

Passersby also spotted him emerging from a Tube station, cradling a baby in his arms with a bewildered look.

The upcoming comedy series, Man vs Baby, serves as a sequel to Man vs Bee and features the actor in the lead role as Trevor Bingley.

The new series, created and written by Rowan Atkinson and Will Davies, will consist of four episodes.

Mr Bean, the legendary character created and portrayed by Atkinson, first appeared on television in 1990 and quickly became a cultural icon. Known for his silent, slapstick humour and quirky antics, his universal appeal has made him a global sensation, particularly in the Far East.