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The Banshees of Inisherin

Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN follows lifelong friends Pádraic (Colin Farrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson), who find themselves at an impasse when Colm unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship. A stunned Pádraic, aided by his sister Siobhan (Kerry Condon) and troubled young islander Dominic (Barry Keoghan), endeavours to repair the relationship, refusing to take no for an answer. But Pádraic's repeated efforts only strengthen his former friend's resolve and when Colm delivers a desperate ultimatum, events swiftly escalate, with shocking consequences. Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Comedy, Drama), release year 2022, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

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Story of The Banshees of Inisherin

Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN follows lifelong friends Pádraic (Colin Farrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson), who find themselves at an impasse when Colm unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship. A stunned Pádraic, aided by his sister Siobhan (Kerry Condon) and troubled young islander Dominic (Barry Keoghan), endeavours to repair the relationship, refusing to take no for an answer. But Pádraic's repeated efforts only strengthen his former friend's resolve and when Colm delivers a desperate ultimatum, events swiftly escalate, with shocking consequences.

Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Comedy, Drama), release year 2022, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

Title facts

  • Type Movie
  • Release year 2022
  • Released 04 Nov 2022
  • Runtime 114 minutes
  • Content rating R
  • IMDb rating IMDb 7.6/10 from 296,473 votes
  • Metascore 87/100
  • Genres Comedy, Drama
  • Languages English, Latin
  • Countries Ireland, United Kingdom, United States

Cast

Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Kerry Condon

Direction and writing

Directed by: Martin McDonagh

Written by: Martin McDonagh

Awards and recognition

Nominated for 9 Oscars. 150 wins & 375 nominations total

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