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The Ballad of Wallis Island

The Ballad of Wallis Island

DramaComedyMusic
2025, Movie, 1h 40min
Eccentric lottery winner Charles lives alone on a remote island but dreams of hiring his favourite musician, Herb McGwyer, to play an exclusive, private gig. Unbeknownst to Herb, Charles has also hired Herb’s ex-bandmate and ex-girlfriend, Nell, with her new husband in tow, to perform the old favourites. As tempers flare and old tensions resurface, the stormy weather traps them all on the island and Charles desperately looks for a way to salvage his dream gig.
Country: United Kingdom
Director:
James Griffiths
Cast:
Carey Mulligan,
Tim Key,
Sian Clifford,
Tom Basden
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James Griffiths
Director
Carey Mulligan
As Nell Mortimer
Tim Key
As Charles Heath
Tim Key
Writer
Sian Clifford
As Amanda
Tom Basden
As Herb McGwyer
Tom Basden
Writer
Akemnji Ndifornyen
As Michael

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On a secluded island, Charles, an eccentric lottery winner, dreams of hosting a private concert featuring his favorite musicians. He invites the legendary duo, Mortimer and McGwyer, unaware of their complicated past and lingering emotions. As stormy weather traps them together, old tensions begin to surface among the group. Amidst the chaos and laughter, Charles desperately tries to keep his dream alive while navigating the intricate dynamics of love and rivalry. This enchanting mix of drama, comedy, romance, and music explores the intersections of dreams and reality on Wallis Island.

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You can stream The Ballad of Wallis Island on: Apple TV Store

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The Ballad of Wallis Island was released in theaters on August 28, 2025.

 

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