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Netflix Sets October Rollout for Edward Berger’s ‘The Ballad of a Small Player’

Unveiling first-look images, Netflix is positioning the psychological thriller for awards-season success through a staggered October theatrical rollout followed by a global streaming launch.

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Netflix reveals first look at Ballad of a Small Player
Ballad Of A Small Player

Overview

  • Netflix released first-look images showcasing Colin Farrell as Lord Doyle navigating the neon-lit casinos of Macau.
  • The film opens in U.S. theaters on October 15 and arrives in U.K. and Ireland cinemas on October 17.
  • Global streaming on Netflix follows on October 29, marking a two-week gap between theatrical and online debuts.
  • Directed by Oscar-winner Edward Berger and adapted by Rowan Joffe from Lawrence Osborne’s novel, the production reunites Berger with his All Quiet on the Western Front creative team.
  • Netflix is in discussions for a world premiere at a major end-summer or fall film festival ahead of its theatrical release.