Irish actor Andrew Scott is set to bring one of theater’s most poignant true stories to the screen in ELSINORE, a film that chronicles the final chapter of Scottish actor Ian Charleson’s extraordinary life. Best remembered for his luminous performance in the 1981 classic CHARIOTS OF FIRE, Charleson faced his greatest challenge when he prepared to play Hamlet at London’s National Theatre while battling terminal illness, ultimately delivering what would become his final role before his death in 1990 at just forty years old.
Scott, whose recent work in ALL OF US STRANGERS, RIPLEY, and PRESSURE has cemented his reputation as one of contemporary cinema’s most versatile performers, will not only star as Charleson but also serve as producer on the project, bringing both his considerable talent and personal investment to this deeply moving story. Joining him is Olivia Colman, the Oscar-winning actress celebrated for her transformative performances in THE FAVOURITE, THE CROWN, and THE LOST DAUGHTER, who will portray Charleson’s doctor in what promises to be a powerful exploration of the relationship between patient and caregiver during an artist’s most vulnerable moments.
Written by Stephen Beresford, who previously crafted the beloved screenplay for PRIDE, and directed by Simon Stone, whose sensitive hand guided THE DIG, ELSINORE emerges from StudioCanal, LD Entertainment, Lucky Red, and Magnolia Mae Films as what producers describe as an inspiring testament to the human spirit’s capacity for greatness even when confronting impossible odds. The production, which will feature an ensemble of acclaimed British actors to be announced as filming approaches, begins shooting on January 5, 2026, following its unveiling at Canal+ Group’s The Original+ showcase in Paris this past Tuesday.
Graham Norton is stepping into uncharted territory with THE NEIGHBOURHOOD—an ITV gameshow that`s about to flip the reality TV script entirely.
What happens when you put everyday people in extraordinary circumstances and ask them to compete against their neighbors for serious money?
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17 years old. A trip to Holland. Two Irish lads with big dreams and zero idea what was coming.
That`s where Ciarán Hinds and Liam Neeson bonded—and it changed everything. 🎬
In a beautiful moment on the Late Late Show, Hinds reflected on the power of those formative years—and why family, not accolades, is what truly matters. 💫
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72 hours. One decision. Everything on the line.
Andrew Scott is stepping into one of WWII`s most untold stories in the upcoming film PRESSURE—where a meteorologist`s weather forecast became the most consequential prediction in history.
Watch new trailer at irishfilmtv.com.
🎬 THE YEAR OF ÉANNA HARDWICKE 🎬
From SAIPAN to THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD to NO ORDINARY HEIST—this is the actor`s defining moment. An IFTA winner. A West End star. Now a desperate man caught in a heist like no other.
In cinemas THIS WEEK: a gripping true story of the infamous Northern Bank robbery. £26.5 million. Two families held hostage. No way out.
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BELFAST`s Jamie Dornan will host SNL UK this weekend.
Dornan, known for his role in FIFTY SHADES OF GREY and THE TOURIST, will front the program alongside Brit-award winning band Wolf Alice.
The show marks the first British incarnation of the sketch series, which was created by Lorne Michaels and first launched in the US in 1975.
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In a brand-new interview, OUTLANDER star/executive producer, Caitríona Balfe, discusses THAT pivotal Season 8, Episode 3 scene where Claire saves a baby.
A must-watch for OUTLANDER fans!
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✨ Brendan Gleeson just reminded us why he`s one of the greats ✨
Yesterday at the London Standard Theatre Awards, Gleeson took the night for his performance in THE WEIR—and honestly? there`s no one else who could have done it quite like him.
This is an actor who doesn`t perform. he breathes into the role. he becomes it. soul-deep, nuanced, the kind of characterisation that makes you forget you`re watching acting at all.
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* THE IMMORTAL MAN now on Netflix *
This is not a spinoff. This is not a revival. This is Tommy Shelby`s final reckoning—the definitive end to one of the most captivating characters television has ever created.
The gypsy king`s last move is being made. Are you ready?
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Fresh from his @iftaacademy LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, Ciaran Hinds returns to Irish theatres in MIDWINTER BREAK.
Hinds and co-star, Leslie Mansville, deliver amazing performances - they move through this film with a kind of choreographed delicacy, two people who have built their relationship on a foundation of interlocking vulnerabilities and mutual evasions. In theatres tomorrow, Mar 20.
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