The Incomer Brings Humor, Heart, and Scottish Folklore to Theatres This September
Following its Sundance acclaim, The Incomer arrives in U.S. theatres on September 25, 2026, blending offbeat comedy, heartfelt drama, and modern folklore into a charming story about family, tradition, and belonging.
Written and directed by Louis Paxton, the British comedy stars **Domhnall Gleeson, **Gayle Rankin, Grant O’Rourke, Emun Elliott, Michelle Gomez, and John Hannah. Produced by Shirley O’Connor and Emily Gotto, the film has already earned praise for its witty storytelling, unique setting, and whimsical take on Scottish folklore.
The Incomer
- Director: Louis Paxton
- Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Gayle Rankin, Grant O'Rourke, Emun Elliott, Michelle Gomez, John Hannah, Adam McNamara, Neil Bratchpiece
- Genre: Comedy
- Runtime: 97 mins
The Incomer Plot Synopsis
Set on a remote Scottish island seemingly untouched by time, The Incomer follows two siblings who have built their lives around ancient traditions. They survive by hunting seabirds, preserving the stories passed down by their ancestors, and fiercely protecting their isolated homeland from the mysterious outsiders they simply call the “Incomers.”
Their quiet existence is suddenly disrupted when an awkward government council worker arrives with orders to remove them from the island. What begins as a bureaucratic assignment quickly becomes a clash between modern society and centuries-old traditions, forcing both the siblings and the newcomer to question what home, community, and belonging truly mean.
Blending sharp comedy with heartfelt emotion, The Incomer unfolds like a modern folk fairy tale, exploring themes of family, heritage, identity, and the enduring power of storytelling.
The Incomer Cast & Characters
- Domhnall Gleeson as Daniel – An awkward council worker tasked with relocating the island’s remaining residents.
- Gayle Rankin as Isla – One of the fiercely independent siblings determined to protect her ancestral home.
- Grant O’Rourke as Sandy
- Emun Elliott as Calum
- Michelle Gomez as Rose
- John Hannah as Finman
Creative Team
Director & Writer
- Louis Paxton
Producers
- Shirley O’Connor
- Emily Gotto
Release Date
The Incomer opens in U.S. theatres on September 25, 2026.
