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NEW TRAILER: BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER

BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER

BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER

Netflix has just dropped the trailer for BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER, and it promises to be a tense exploration of desperation and moral decay set against the neon-lit backdrop of Macau.

Colin Farrell stars as Brendan Reilly, an Irish fugitive who has fled to what the film calls “the gambling capital of the universe,” where he’s reinvented himself under the alias Lord Doyle. The footage reveals a man living on borrowed time and borrowed identities, his past rapidly catching up with him in the form of Tilda Swinton’s steely investigator. She confronts him with accusations that cut straight to the bone: he’s stolen a substantial amount of money from her client, described pointedly as “a helpless old woman.”

Swinton delivers what might be the film’s thesis statement when she tells Doyle, “What I see is a man way beyond any redemption,” a judgment that seems both brutal and accurate given what unfolds. Rather than face the consequences, Doyle plunges deeper into the very vice that likely contributed to his downfall, embarking on a frantic gambling spree in a desperate attempt to win enough to settle his mounting debts and those of his love interest, a casino employee played by Fala Chen.

It’s a classic spiral, the kind where each attempt to escape only tightens the noose, and Netflix seems to be banking on Farrell’s ability to make us watch a man destroy himself in real time with the kind of intensity that makes you unable to look away.

Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅

Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅 Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald's bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that's both tender and powerful. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!

Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.

The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.

Watch now via link in bio.

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Netflix's BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer! Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau's neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past. The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix. Watch now via link in bio.

...

Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸

The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.

She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the '60s! 🎸 The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle. She'll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥

Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥 Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped. Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!

The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn't going anywhere! The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he's the gold standard for celebrity interviews. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.

The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.

Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.

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Cillian Murphy isn't chasing blockbusters—he's back in the classroom. The Irish actor's latest role in Netflix's STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he's more interested in transformation than validation. Watch Cillian's TODAY interview via link in bio.

...

🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤

Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!

New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤 Ireland's Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale's creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal's electrifying new take on THE BRIDE! New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW.

Dublin`s @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting.

Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW. Dublin's @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting. Don't miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.

📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen. 📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith 🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY 🎭 Don't miss this exclusive London run! More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now!

Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now! Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London`s Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it`s pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson`s modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time!

"It`s already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London's Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it's pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson's modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time! "It's already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO!

Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People`s Choice Award that`s basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO! Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People's Choice Award that's basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨ More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

From strolling London`s Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney`s shoes 🎸✨

Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn`t just possible—it`s the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes` Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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From strolling London's Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney's shoes 🎸✨ Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn't just possible—it's the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨

These two icons dive into Kogonada`s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨ These two icons dive into Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫 More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂

These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can`t tell what`s real anymore 🤷‍♀️

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn't know we needed 😂 These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can't tell what's real anymore 🤷‍♀️ Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Farrell and Robbie take the co-star test

Farrell and Robbie take the co-star test

Farrell and Robbie take the co-star test

There’s something almost mystical about watching two actors discover their chemistry in real time. When Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell sat down to promote Kogonada’s latest romantic fantasy A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY at the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills last Thursday, the spark between them was undeniable—the kind of connection that transcends mere professionalism and enters the realm of pure creative magic.

“I suspected we would have chemistry, but you never know until you’re actually acting,” Robbie confessed, her eyes lighting up as she recalled their first scenes together. “But I had a suspicion it would work.” That suspicion proved prophetic. The fire between these two performers burns bright throughout the film, creating an emotional landscape that feels both intimate and expansive.

In A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY, Robbie and Farrell embody Sarah and David, two strangers whose lives intersect through the most unlikely of circumstances—a mysterious rental car agency that seems to operate outside the normal rules of reality. What begins as a simple transaction evolves into something far more profound when their talking GPS guides them through doorways that serve as portals to their past selves, forcing them to confront the pivotal moments that shaped who they’ve become.

The premise might sound fantastical, but in Kogonada’s hands, it becomes a meditation on connection, memory, and the invisible threads that bind us to our histories and to each other. As Sarah and David journey backward through time to revisit their childhoods, they’re not just observers of their past—they’re active participants in understanding how those formative experiences created the adults they are today.

Robbie and Farrell’s performances anchor this time-bending narrative with remarkable authenticity. Their chemistry isn’t just romantic—it’s deeply human, built on the shared vulnerability of two people brave enough to examine their deepest truths together. In a world where so many films rely on manufactured emotions and forced connections, A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY offers something increasingly rare: genuine intimacy born from two actors completely committed to the emotional journey their characters must take.

Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅

Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅 Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald's bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that's both tender and powerful. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!

Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.

The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.

Watch now via link in bio.

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Netflix's BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer! Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau's neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past. The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix. Watch now via link in bio.

...

Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸

The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.

She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the '60s! 🎸 The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle. She'll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥

Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥 Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped. Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!

The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn't going anywhere! The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he's the gold standard for celebrity interviews. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.

The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.

Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.

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Cillian Murphy isn't chasing blockbusters—he's back in the classroom. The Irish actor's latest role in Netflix's STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he's more interested in transformation than validation. Watch Cillian's TODAY interview via link in bio.

...

🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤

Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!

New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤 Ireland's Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale's creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal's electrifying new take on THE BRIDE! New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW.

Dublin`s @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting.

Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW. Dublin's @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting. Don't miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.

📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen. 📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith 🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY 🎭 Don't miss this exclusive London run! More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now!

Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now! Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

THE WEIR is haunting London`s Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it`s pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson`s modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time!

"It`s already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London's Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it's pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson's modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time! "It's already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO!

Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People`s Choice Award that`s basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO! Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People's Choice Award that's basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨ More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

From strolling London`s Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney`s shoes 🎸✨

Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn`t just possible—it`s the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes` Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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From strolling London's Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney's shoes 🎸✨ Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn't just possible—it's the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨

These two icons dive into Kogonada`s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨ These two icons dive into Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫 More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂

These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can`t tell what`s real anymore 🤷‍♀️

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn't know we needed 😂 These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can't tell what's real anymore 🤷‍♀️ Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY trailer released

A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY trailer released

A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY trailer released

Colin Farrell has been quietly building one of the most compelling careers in contemporary cinema, and his upcoming collaboration with visionary director Kogonada in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY promises to be another fascinating chapter in his artistic evolution. Set for release on September 19th, this romance fantasy finds Farrell reuniting with the director who helped showcase his dramatic range in AFTER YANG, this time opposite Margot Robbie in what could be Sony Pictures’ most emotionally ambitious film of the year.

Farrell’s recent trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable. His powerhouse performance in THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, cementing his place among cinema’s elite dramatic talents. The film’s eight Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, represented a career peak for an actor who has consistently chosen substance over spectacle. But Farrell hasn’t stopped there. His recent television work has been equally impressive, bringing depth and nuance to both the neo-noir series Sugar and the gritty Gotham underworld of THE PENGUIN, proving his range extends seamlessly across mediums.

A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY, penned by THE MENU writer Seth Reiss, represents Kogonada’s highest-profile project yet, and it arrives at a fascinating moment for both its leads. For Robbie, it’s her first major role since the cultural phenomenon that was BARBIE, offering her a chance to showcase her dramatic chops in a more intimate setting. For Farrell, it continues his streak of choosing projects that challenge both him and audiences, working with directors who understand that the best fantasy films are ultimately about very human truths.

The film’s stellar supporting cast—including Kevin Kline, Lily Rabe, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and Billy Magnussen—suggests a project with serious dramatic ambitions wrapped in fantastical packaging. The concept of revisiting and potentially altering our past mistakes speaks to universal human desires and regrets, the kind of emotional territory that Farrell has become masterful at navigating.

What makes Farrell’s current phase so compelling is his willingness to embrace vulnerability without sacrificing his natural charisma. Whether he’s delivering heartbreaking monologues in THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN, exploring grief and memory in AFTER YANG, or diving into genre work with his television projects, he brings a rare combination of intensity and restraint that few actors can match. His collaboration with Kogonada in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY promises to be another opportunity for this remarkable actor to surprise us, one doorway at a time.

Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅

Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅 Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald's bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that's both tender and powerful. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!

Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.

The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.

Watch now via link in bio.

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Netflix's BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer! Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau's neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past. The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix. Watch now via link in bio.

...

Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸

The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.

She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the '60s! 🎸 The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle. She'll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥

Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥 Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped. Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!

The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn't going anywhere! The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he's the gold standard for celebrity interviews. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.

The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.

Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.

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Cillian Murphy isn't chasing blockbusters—he's back in the classroom. The Irish actor's latest role in Netflix's STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he's more interested in transformation than validation. Watch Cillian's TODAY interview via link in bio.

...

🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤

Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!

New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤 Ireland's Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale's creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal's electrifying new take on THE BRIDE! New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW.

Dublin`s @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting.

Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW. Dublin's @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting. Don't miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.

📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen. 📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith 🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY 🎭 Don't miss this exclusive London run! More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now!

Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now! Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

THE WEIR is haunting London`s Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it`s pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson`s modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time!

"It`s already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London's Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it's pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson's modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time! "It's already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO!

Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People`s Choice Award that`s basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO! Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People's Choice Award that's basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨ More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

From strolling London`s Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney`s shoes 🎸✨

Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn`t just possible—it`s the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes` Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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From strolling London's Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney's shoes 🎸✨ Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn't just possible—it's the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨

These two icons dive into Kogonada`s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨ These two icons dive into Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫 More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂

These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can`t tell what`s real anymore 🤷‍♀️

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn't know we needed 😂 These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can't tell what's real anymore 🤷‍♀️ Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER trailer released

BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER trailer released

BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER trailer released

Edward Berger doesn’t make small movies. The Austrian filmmaker has carved out a reputation for creating visually stunning, emotionally complex films that demand attention from both audiences and awards voters. His last film, CONCLAVE, swept through award season like a papal decree, claiming the SAG ensemble award (essentially their best picture), the BAFTA for Best Film, and eight Oscar nominations including a win for Best Adapted Screenplay. Before that, his haunting war epic ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT captured the Oscar for Best International Feature Film. The Academy knows Berger’s name, and when a filmmaker of his caliber releases new work, the industry takes notice.

Enter BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER, Berger’s latest venture that trades Vatican corridors and WWI trenches for the neon-soaked gambling dens of Macau. The first trailer, released this week, reveals a filmmaker stretching his visual muscles in entirely new directions. From the battlefield to the Vatican and now to the casino floor, Berger demonstrates an almost chameleon-like ability to adapt his aesthetic to serve story. If you’ve witnessed the breathtaking umbrella scene in CONCLAVE or the mud-caked horror of ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT, you understand that Berger doesn’t just make films—he crafts visual experiences that linger long after the credits roll.

The casting feels equally deliberate and inspired. Colin Farrell leads as the titular small player, riding high on a career renaissance that shows no signs of slowing. Fresh off his Golden Globe and SAG wins for THE PENGUIN, and positioned as an Emmy frontrunner, Farrell appears to be in the midst of a creative hot streak that’s seen him take increasingly bold professional swings over the past five years. The trailer suggests he’s bringing that same fearless energy to Berger’s character study, diving deep into what promises to be another transformative performance. With Kogonada’s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY also arriving this September, this fall could serve as Farrell’s personal talent showcase.

Supporting him is Oscar winner Tilda Swinton, whose mere presence elevates any project, and Hong Kong legend Deanie Ip, who made history in 2011 as the first Hong Kong actor to win the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at Venice for A SIMPLE LIFE. It’s a cast that signals serious artistic ambition while honoring the cultural specificity of the story’s setting.

That setting—Macau, often called the Vegas of the East—represents more than just exotic backdrop. Working alongside world-class cinematographer James Friend, Berger appears to have crafted what the trailer suggests is a sensory feast that captures both the glamour and the underlying desperation of high-stakes gambling culture. The visuals promise the kind of sensory overload that mirrors the addictive rush of the casino floor, where fortunes change with each roll of the dice and every hand dealt.

There’s something particularly compelling about watching a Western filmmaker of Berger’s caliber interpret this distinctly Eastern gambling mecca through his lens. The film represents a fascinating cultural exchange, a character study that could offer fresh perspectives on themes of addiction, chance, and human nature against a backdrop rarely given such serious cinematic treatment by international auteurs.

The film’s Canadian premiere at TIFF strongly suggests a Telluride debut, which traditionally serves as the launching pad for serious awards contenders. Given Berger’s track record, Farrell’s current momentum, and the film’s apparent visual ambition, BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER could emerge as this fall’s dark horse in the awards conversation. Sometimes the biggest gambles pay off the most handsomely, and Berger seems to understand that better than most. We’ll know very soon whether his latest bet hits the jackpot.

Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅

Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅 Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald's bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that's both tender and powerful. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!

Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.

The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.

Watch now via link in bio.

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Netflix's BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer! Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau's neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past. The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix. Watch now via link in bio.

...

Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸

The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.

She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the '60s! 🎸 The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle. She'll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥

Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥 Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped. Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!

The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn't going anywhere! The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he's the gold standard for celebrity interviews. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.

The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.

Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.

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Cillian Murphy isn't chasing blockbusters—he's back in the classroom. The Irish actor's latest role in Netflix's STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he's more interested in transformation than validation. Watch Cillian's TODAY interview via link in bio.

...

🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤

Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!

New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤 Ireland's Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale's creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal's electrifying new take on THE BRIDE! New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW.

Dublin`s @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting.

Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW. Dublin's @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting. Don't miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.

📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen. 📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith 🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY 🎭 Don't miss this exclusive London run! More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now!

Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now! Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

THE WEIR is haunting London`s Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it`s pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson`s modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time!

"It`s already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London's Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it's pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson's modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time! "It's already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO!

Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People`s Choice Award that`s basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO! Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People's Choice Award that's basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨ More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

From strolling London`s Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney`s shoes 🎸✨

Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn`t just possible—it`s the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes` Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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From strolling London's Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney's shoes 🎸✨ Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn't just possible—it's the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨

These two icons dive into Kogonada`s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨ These two icons dive into Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫 More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂

These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can`t tell what`s real anymore 🤷‍♀️

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn't know we needed 😂 These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can't tell what's real anymore 🤷‍♀️ Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER: First Look

First Look: BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER

First Look: BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER

Colin Farrell is riding an extraordinary wave of career-defining performances, and his latest venture promises to be another masterclass in psychological complexity. BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER, the upcoming Netflix thriller from Oscar-winning director Edward Berger, positions the Irish actor in yet another morally ambiguous role that seems tailor-made for this remarkable chapter of his artistic journey.

Fresh off his tour-de-force performance as the grotesque yet surprisingly sympathetic Penguin in THE BATMAN franchise and his Oscar-nominated turn in THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN, Farrell has transformed himself from the Hollywood heartthrob of the early 2000s into one of cinema’s most compelling character actors. His ability to disappear completely into roles—whether beneath layers of prosthetics as Gotham’s crime boss or as the wounded, desperate Pádraic on a remote Irish island—has redefined what audiences expect from him.

In BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER, Farrell takes on Lord Doyle, an obsessive traveling gambler seeking refuge in the neon-soaked casinos of Macau, China, where his dark past threatens to destroy his carefully constructed exile. The first images from the film reveal Farrell in his element: haunted, desperate, and utterly consumed by the psychological weight of his character’s circumstances. It’s a role that feels like a natural evolution of the damaged men he’s been portraying with such devastating effectiveness.

Edward Berger, whose ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT earned him an Oscar and whose recent CONCLAVE garnered critical acclaim, brings his signature psychological intensity to Lawrence Osborne’s 2014 source novel. With Rowan Joffé adapting the screenplay -the same writer behind 28 WEEKS LATER and THE AMERICAN – the project assembles a creative team known for exploring the darker corners of human nature. Tilda Swinton rounds out the cast as the relentless detective pursuing Doyle, setting up what promises to be a cat-and-mouse thriller with serious dramatic weight. What makes this project particularly exciting is how it continues Farrell’s recent pattern of choosing roles that challenge both him and his audience. Gone are the days of conventional leading-man parts; instead, he’s gravitating toward characters who exist in moral gray areas, men struggling with addiction, obsession, and self-destruction.

BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER appears to be another entry in this fascinating catalog of broken souls brought to vivid life by an actor at the peak of his powers.
The film’s journey to audiences reflects the prestige surrounding the project. After its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2025, BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER will receive a limited theatrical release in the United States on October 15 and the United Kingdom on October 17, before arriving on Netflix on October 29.

Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅

Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅 Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald's bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that's both tender and powerful. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!

Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.

The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.

Watch now via link in bio.

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Netflix's BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer! Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau's neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past. The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix. Watch now via link in bio.

...

Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸

The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.

She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the '60s! 🎸 The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle. She'll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥

Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥 Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped. Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!

The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn't going anywhere! The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he's the gold standard for celebrity interviews. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.

The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.

Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.

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Cillian Murphy isn't chasing blockbusters—he's back in the classroom. The Irish actor's latest role in Netflix's STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he's more interested in transformation than validation. Watch Cillian's TODAY interview via link in bio.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤

Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!

New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤 Ireland's Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale's creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal's electrifying new take on THE BRIDE! New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW.

Dublin`s @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting.

Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW. Dublin's @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting. Don't miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.

📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen. 📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith 🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY 🎭 Don't miss this exclusive London run! More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now!

Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now! Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

THE WEIR is haunting London`s Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it`s pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson`s modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time!

"It`s already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London's Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it's pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson's modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time! "It's already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO!

Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People`s Choice Award that`s basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO! Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People's Choice Award that's basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨ More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

From strolling London`s Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney`s shoes 🎸✨

Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn`t just possible—it`s the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes` Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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From strolling London's Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney's shoes 🎸✨ Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn't just possible—it's the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨

These two icons dive into Kogonada`s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨ These two icons dive into Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫 More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂

These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can`t tell what`s real anymore 🤷‍♀️

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn't know we needed 😂 These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can't tell what's real anymore 🤷‍♀️ Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY trailer

A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY trailer released

A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY trailer released

After commanding audiences as Gotham’s most menacing villain in THE PENGUIN, Colin Farrell found himself yearning for something fundamentally different. The HBO series had required three hours of daily prosthetics and makeup to transform him into one of Batman’s most notorious foes, immersing him in what he describes as a world consumed by “trauma and its various articulations and calcifications.” When the opportunity arose to step into A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY alongside Margot Robbie, Farrell embraced what he calls “stepping from the darkness into the light.”

This pivot represents more than just a genre shift for Farrell—it signals a deliberate choice to explore healing rather than harm, connection rather than corruption. While THE PENGUIN showcased his ability to disappear into darkness, A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY allows him to illuminate the tender complexities of human connection. The film, directed by Kogonada, follows two strangers whose brief encounter at a wedding evolves into something extraordinary when David’s GPS system begins asking existential questions and magical doorways open pathways through time and space.

For Robbie, who hadn’t appeared on camera since wrapping BARBIE in 2022, the project offered a return to acting after her $1.4 billion blockbuster earned eight Oscar nominations. Her longest break between roles in years could have felt daunting, but instead she found immediate comfort in both the story and Kogonada’s direction. The filmmaker, known for critically acclaimed works like COLUMBUS and AFTER YANG, was deliberately seeking “something a little bit larger and lighter” after years of more contemplative projects.

What emerges is a romance that transcends typical meet-cute conventions, using surreal elements to explore how relationships unfold when two people can literally walk through each other’s histories. Sarah and David don’t just fall in love—they experience the joy and grief of discovering someone’s past as their shared journey plays out across time and space. The film’s magical realism serves the emotional truth of how profound connections can feel like stepping outside normal reality.

With supporting performances from Lily Rabe, Kevin Kline, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge, A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY arrives September 19 as part of the ongoing resurgence of big-screen romantic comedies. For Farrell, it represents not just a career pivot but a philosophical one—moving from stories about trauma’s grip to tales about trauma’s release. After months of embodying Gotham’s darkness, he’s found his way back to the light, proving that sometimes the most transformative performances come not from disappearing into character, but from revealing the humanity that connects us all.

Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅

Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅 Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald's bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that's both tender and powerful. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!

Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.

The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.

Watch now via link in bio.

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Netflix's BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer! Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau's neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past. The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix. Watch now via link in bio.

...

Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸

The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.

She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the '60s! 🎸 The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle. She'll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥

Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥 Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped. Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!

The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn't going anywhere! The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he's the gold standard for celebrity interviews. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.

The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.

Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.

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Cillian Murphy isn't chasing blockbusters—he's back in the classroom. The Irish actor's latest role in Netflix's STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he's more interested in transformation than validation. Watch Cillian's TODAY interview via link in bio.

...

🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤

Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!

New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤 Ireland's Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale's creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal's electrifying new take on THE BRIDE! New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW.

Dublin`s @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting.

Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW. Dublin's @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting. Don't miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.

📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen. 📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith 🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY 🎭 Don't miss this exclusive London run! More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now!

Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now! Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

THE WEIR is haunting London`s Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it`s pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson`s modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time!

"It`s already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London's Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it's pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson's modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time! "It's already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO!

Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People`s Choice Award that`s basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO! Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People's Choice Award that's basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨ More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

From strolling London`s Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney`s shoes 🎸✨

Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn`t just possible—it`s the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes` Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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From strolling London's Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney's shoes 🎸✨ Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn't just possible—it's the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨

These two icons dive into Kogonada`s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨ These two icons dive into Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫 More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂

These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can`t tell what`s real anymore 🤷‍♀️

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn't know we needed 😂 These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can't tell what's real anymore 🤷‍♀️ Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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ACTORS ON ACTORS: Farrell and De Vito

Actors on Actors: Farrell and De Vito

Actors on Actors: Farrell and De Vito

There’s something wonderfully poetic about two friends bonded by the shared experience of disappearing beneath layers of prosthetics to become one of Batman’s most memorable villains. Danny DeVito and Colin Farrell, who’ve known each other for decades, each took their turn wearing the mantle of the Penguin, separated by thirty years but united by the peculiar torture and triumph of complete physical transformation.

DeVito first waddled into Gotham’s underworld as Oswald Cobblepot in Tim Burton’s gothic masterpiece BATMAN RETURNS in 1992, a performance so deliriously unhinged it remains the gold standard for comic book villainy. Three decades later, Farrell emerged from his own chrysalis of makeup and prosthetics as Oz Cobb in Matt Reeves’ THE BATMAN and the subsequent HBO series THE PENGUIN, delivering a grittier, more grounded take on the character that somehow managed to honor DeVito’s legacy while carving out entirely new territory.

When the two actors sat down for Variety’s Actors on Actors interview, their conversation inevitably turned to the shared ordeal that defines their Penguin experiences: the makeup chair. “I was obsessed with that film,” Farrell confessed to DeVito, before diving into the practical realities of their transformations. Both men spoke with the weary camaraderie of soldiers who’ve survived the same battlefield, trading war stories about seven-hour initial makeup tests that eventually got whittled down to a more manageable three to three-and-a-half hours each morning.

The ritual became almost sacred in its repetition. DeVito would arrive at 4:30 or 5 in the morning, deliberately dawdling with his tea while the makeup artist stood ready with brush and glue. “She’d be there all ready with her weapon, the brush,” he recalled with mock dread. Farrell understood completely, describing that first moment when the paintbrush touches skin as “a bit depressing.” But both actors discovered something transformative in the process once they surrendered to it. Coffee, music, and conversation became the gentle distractions that made the hours bearable, turning what could have been daily torture into something approaching meditation.

What emerges from their conversation isn’t just shop talk between professionals, but a deeper appreciation for the craft of complete reinvention. “The first time I saw yours, I said, ‘Oh my.’ It was a total transformation,” DeVito remarked about Farrell’s version, and “Burial,” Farrell replied, perfectly capturing the sensation of disappearing beneath someone else’s skin. Both actors understood that playing the Penguin wasn’t just about putting on a costume; it was about allowing themselves to be completely subsumed by the character, to the point where their own faces became unrecognizable.

The contrast between their interpretations speaks to the evolution of both Batman lore and cinematic storytelling. DeVito’s Oswald Cobblepot was a creature of pure theatrical malevolence, perfectly suited to Burton’s expressionistic Gotham. Farrell’s Oz Cobb exists in a more tactile, street-level world where the grotesque serves psychological rather than purely aesthetic purposes. Yet both versions required the same fundamental leap of faith: trusting that somewhere beneath all that latex and spirit gum, they could find the character’s beating heart.

Neither actor minded the daily ritual, finding unexpected pleasure in the enforced stillness and the gradual emergence of their alter ego. There’s something almost monastic about spending three hours each morning in contemplation while artists literally reshape your face, and both DeVito and Farrell seemed to recognize this as one of the unexpected gifts of the role.

As DeVito prepares to return to another beloved character, the equally shameless Frank Reynolds in the seventeenth season of IT’S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA, and Farrell continues to make waves with his Penguin portrayal, their shared experience stands as a testament to the peculiar alchemy of performance. Sometimes the most memorable characters emerge not despite the constraints of elaborate makeup and prosthetics, but because of them, forcing actors to find new ways to communicate humanity through layers of artifice.

In the end, the Penguin belongs to both of them, and to neither. It’s a character that exists in the space between actor and role, in the daily ritual of transformation, and in the strange intimacy that develops between performer and prosthetic. DeVito and Farrell understand this better than most, having both discovered that sometimes you have to disappear completely to find the most authentic version of a character, even when that character is a flightless bird with a taste for mayhem.

Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅

Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅 Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald's bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that's both tender and powerful. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!

Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.

The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.

Watch now via link in bio.

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Netflix's BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer! Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau's neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past. The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix. Watch now via link in bio.

...

Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸

The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.

She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the '60s! 🎸 The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes' wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle. She'll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥

Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.

Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥 Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped. Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!

The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Graham Norton isn't going anywhere! The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he's the gold standard for celebrity interviews. More at irishfilmtv.com.

...

Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.

The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.

Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.

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Cillian Murphy isn't chasing blockbusters—he's back in the classroom. The Irish actor's latest role in Netflix's STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he's more interested in transformation than validation. Watch Cillian's TODAY interview via link in bio.

...

🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤

Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!

New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤 Ireland's Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale's creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal's electrifying new take on THE BRIDE! New trailer at irishfilmtv.com.

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Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW. Dublin's @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting. Don't miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.

📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!

More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen. 📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith 🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY 🎭 Don't miss this exclusive London run! More at irishfilmtv.com.

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More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now! Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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More at irishfilmtv.com.

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THE WEIR is haunting London's Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it's pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson's modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time! "It's already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO! Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People's Choice Award that's basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨ More at irishfilmtv.com.

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More at irishfilmtv.com.

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From strolling London's Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney's shoes 🎸✨ Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn't just possible—it's the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star. More at irishfilmtv.com.

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More at irishfilmtv.com.

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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨ These two icons dive into Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫 More at irishfilmtv.com.

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Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂

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Watch now at irishfilmtv.com.

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Farrell narrates FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND

Farrell narrates FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND

Farrell narrates FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND

Colin Farrell continues his impressive career evolution with his latest project, lending his distinctive voice to narrate FROM THAT SMALL ISLAND – THE STORY OF THE IRISH a groundbreaking four-part documentary series premiering on RTÉ One this June. This ambitious undertaking represents another thoughtful career choice for the Irish actor, who has increasingly gravitated toward meaningful projects that showcase his versatility beyond his early Hollywood blockbuster days.

The series, beginning Sunday, June 8th at 6:30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player, tackles an extraordinary scope of Irish history, tracing the journey from the island’s very first inhabitants to the present-day global diaspora of over 80 million people who claim Irish heritage. Shot across 17 countries worldwide, the documentary explores fundamental questions about Irish identity and belonging in our globalized world. Why does the entire world turn green on St. Patrick’s Day? What can the Irish experience of migration teach us about contemporary issues of identity and displacement?

The series promises fascinating revelations, including the television debut of ‘Rathlin Man,’ a 4,000-year-old ancestor whose face has been reconstructed using cutting-edge DNA technology. Audiences will discover forgotten Irish explorers who sailed with Columbus in 1492, a Mayo-born general who commanded the Argentinian army, and touching human stories like a baby with Down Syndrome who was lovingly cared for over 5,000 years ago at the ancient Céide Fields. The documentary doesn’t shy away from darker chapters, addressing Irish involvement in the transatlantic slave trade alongside celebrations of cultural achievements.

This project represents a natural progression for Farrell, whose recent career has been marked by sophisticated choices following acclaimed performances in THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER, IN BRUGES, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN, and THE BATMAN. For an actor whose own journey from Dublin to Hollywood mirrors the migration patterns explored in the documentary, this offers an opportunity to contribute his voice to telling the story of his own people.

Created by writer Bríona Nic Dhiarmada and produced by the award-winning team behind “1916: The Irish Rebellion,” the series spans millennia of Irish history with an original score by Colm Mac Con Iomaire. As global audiences grapple with questions of migration and identity, “From That Small Island” offers the Irish experience as both mirror and lens for understanding these universal human challenges, guided by one of Ireland’s most compelling contemporary voices as Farrell continues to establish himself as one of his generation’s most thoughtful performers.

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