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Colin Farrell’s ‘Ballad of a Small player’ Trailer Debuts Ahead of October Release
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By Anya Sharma | LOS ANGELES – 2025/08/21 09:14:21
The trailer for the Colin Farrell-starring psychological thriller Ballad of a Small Player has been released, offering a glimpse into the film ahead of its cinema and Netflix debut in October.
Fans can anticipate seeing Ballad of a Small Player in Irish cinemas on Friday 17 October,followed by its arrival on Netflix on Wednesday 29 October.
The movie unites Farrell with Edward Berger, who previously directed the Oscar-winning films Conclave and All Quiet on the western Front.
The film is adapted from the Lawrence osborne book The Ballad of a Small Player, with Rowan Joffe (Tin Star, 28 Weeks Later) penning the screenplay.
The synopsis reveals,”Lord Doyle (Colin Farrell) is laying low in Macau – spending his days and nights on the casino floors,drinking heavily and gambling what little money he has left.”
It continues, “Struggling to keep up with his fast-rising debts, he is offered a lifeline by the mysterious Dao Ming (Fala Chen), a casino employee with secrets of her own.”
Adding to the intrigue, “However, in hot pursuit is Cynthia blithe (Tilda Swinton) – a private investigator ready to confront Doyle with what he is running from.”
The synopsis concludes, “As Doyle tries to climb to salvation, the confines of reality start to close in.”
Upcoming Premiere and Award
“Lord Doyle (Colin Farrell) is laying low in Macau – spending his days and nights on the casino floors, drinking heavily and gambling what little money he has left,”
Ballad of a Small Player is set to have its world premiere at the Toronto International film festival (TIFF) in September.
adding to the accolades, Farrell will receive the Zurich Film Festival’s (ZFF) Golden Icon Award next month, celebrating his performance in Ballad of a Small Player and his overall career achievements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ballad of a Small Player about?
- The film follows Lord doyle (Colin Farrell) as he navigates debts and pursuers in Macau’s casino scene.
- Who directed the film?
- Edward Berger, known for directing Conclave and All Quiet on the Western Front, directed the film.
- When will the film be released?
- It will be released in Irish cinemas on October 17 and on Netflix on October 29.
