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The Ballad of Wallis Island

2025Movie1 h 40 minPG-13

ComedyDrama
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic787.3Rotten Tomatoes97%89%

A tense, romantic comedy movie about everyday modern life and the mind, with standout performances and characters.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Story

He's getting the band back together.

An eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favourite musicians to perform at his home.

Feels like

  • Character-Driven Drama
  • Tense Relationships
  • Musical Elements
  • Isolated Setting
  • Human Psychology
  • Former Lovers Reunite
  • Uncomfortable Comedy
  • Storm-Trapped Narrative
  • Intimate Ensemble Piece

Cast

5 of 5

Crew

Directed by
James Griffiths
Written by
Tim Key, Tom Basden
Produced by
Rupert Majendie
Music by
Adem Ilhan

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Facts

March 28, 2025 · 1 h 40 min · PG-13

Released
March 28, 2025
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Music
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Box office
$736,965
Available in
68 countries

Tropes

Bounty Hunter, Lingerie Scene, Fanservice +9

  • Bounty Hunter
  • Lingerie Scene
  • Fanservice
  • Adaptation Distillation
  • Belligerent Sexual Tension
  • Adaptation Name Change
  • Compressed Adaptation
  • Supreme Chef
  • Big Eater
  • Race Lift
  • Naked People Are Funny
  • Running Gag

12 of 33 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Ballad of Wallis Island?"

Questions about The Ballad of Wallis Island

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Where can I stream The Ballad of Wallis Island?

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In the United States, The Ballad of Wallis Island streams on Peacock. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. It also streams in 21 other countries.

Is The Ballad of Wallis Island worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 78).

Is The Ballad of Wallis Island okay for kids?

PG-13Strong language

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will The Ballad of Wallis Island make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (7 of 10) and cringe comedy (7 of 10).

Is The Ballad of Wallis Island plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

What tropes does The Ballad of Wallis Island use?

Bounty HunterLingerie SceneFanserviceAdaptation DistillationBelligerent Sexual TensionAdaptation Name ChangeCompressed AdaptationSupreme ChefBig EaterRace LiftNaked People Are FunnyRunning Gagand 21 more

TV Tropes lists 33 tropes for it, including Bounty Hunter, Lingerie Scene, and Fanservice.