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Golden Globe nominee Aidan Gillen continues his commanding presence in Irish crime cinema with AMONGST THE WOLVES, a gritty new thriller that marks another compelling chapter in his recent career trajectory. Following his acclaimed work in KIN and his iconic turn in LOVE/HATE, Gillen once again inhabits the dark underbelly of Irish organized crime, this time as Power, a menacing local criminal whose violent world collides with that of a desperate homeless veteran.

Director Mark O’Connor, known for CARDBOARD GANGSTERS, has crafted an unflinching exploration of Dublin’s criminal underworld, where Gillen’s Power serves as the primary antagonist threatening both Danny, a PTSD-haunted former soldier played by co-writer Luke McQuillan, and troubled teenager Will, portrayed by newcomer Daniel Fee. The film, which has been earning strong reviews on the festival circuit, finally arrives in Irish cinemas this May after an independent production journey that O’Connor describes as only possible thanks to an incredible cast and crew.

AMONGST THE WOLVES weaves together themes of redemption, trauma, and survival as Danny navigates homelessness while haunted by military flashbacks, ultimately forming an unlikely bond with Will as they both face threats from Power’s violent organization. The film attempts to balance intimate character study with high-stakes thriller elements, exploring how untreated PTSD affects every aspect of life while examining societal attitudes toward homelessness and the court systems that often fail those most in need.

For Gillen, AMONGST THE WOLVES represents another opportunity to explore the psychological complexities of criminal characters within distinctly Irish contexts. While the role may feel familiar given his previous work, it reinforces his status as one of Ireland’s most reliable performers when it comes to bringing authenticity and gravitas to stories about crime, loyalty, and the human cost of violence. As the film opens in cinemas nationwide, audiences will once again witness Gillen’s ability to embody the dangerous charisma that has made him such a compelling presence in contemporary Irish cinema.

Watch the trailer below.