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Harris Dickinson’s Urchin Trailer Debuts Ahead of Oct. 10 Theatrical Release

The Cannes-lauded debut explores a Londoner’s struggle with homelessness through a story Dickinson calls deeply personal.

Overview

  • PEOPLE exclusively released the first trailer for Urchin, marking Harris Dickinson’s feature debut as writer-director.
  • Distributor 1-2 Special set an October 10 theatrical release following the film’s Cannes premiere.
  • The drama follows Mike in London as he faces homelessness, addiction and legal trouble while juggling low-paid work.
  • Frank Dillane leads the cast, with Megan Northam, Amr Waked, Shonagh Marie and Karyna Khymchuk in supporting roles.
  • Early reception has been strong, with Dillane winning Cannes’ best actor award and Dickinson receiving the FIPRESCI Prize.