---
title: "The Banshees of Inisherin"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-banshees-of-inisherin-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 674324
imdb_id: "tt11813216"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 114
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 3419
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-banshees-of-inisherin-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Banshees of Inisherin is a 2022 black tragicomedy film directed, written, and co-produced by Martin McDonagh. The story is set on a fictional remote island off the west coast of Ireland in 1923. The film stars Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, alongside Kerry Condon and Pat Shortt. Two lifelong friends find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them. The production had its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival on September 5, 2022, where Farrell received the Volpi Cup for Best Actor and McDonagh won the Golden Osella for Best Screenplay. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and fifty-four minutes, was released in theaters in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States on October 21, 2022. It is classified as a drama and comedy. The project is recognized for its exploration of the sudden dissolution of a long-standing bond and the resulting impact on the individuals involved within their isolated community.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two friends' sudden falling out spirals into dark consequences on a remote island."

### Why Watch
- Masterful dialogue and performances
- Unique blend of comedy and tragedy
- Atmospheric Irish island setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- Slow pacing may test some viewers' patience
- Tone shifts can feel abrupt
- Tone & Suitability: Contains mature themes, brief violence, and strong language throughout.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dark, tense, absurdist, melancholic, dryly humorous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, YouTube TV | FXNow | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus, Channel 4 Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Martin McDonagh
- **Networks / Studios**: Searchlight Pictures, Blueprint Pictures, Film4 Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Colin Farrell** as *Pádraic Súilleabháin*
- **Brendan Gleeson** as *Colm Doherty*
- **Kerry Condon** as *Siobhán Súilleabháin*
- **Barry Keoghan** as *Dominic Kearney*
- **Gary Lydon** as *Peadar Kearney*
- **Pat Shortt** as *Jonjo Devine*
- **Sheila Flitton** as *Mrs. McCormick*
- **Bríd Ní Neachtain** as *Mrs. O'Riordan*
- **Jon Kenny** as *Gerry*
- **Aaron Monaghan** as *Declan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this based on a true story?
No, it's an original screenplay written by Martin McDonagh.

### Q: Where is Inisherin supposed to be?
It's a fictional island off the west coast of Ireland.

### Q: Are there any major twists?
The story takes several unexpected turns as tensions escalate.

### Q: How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately two hours and ten minutes.

### Q: Is it more comedy or drama?
It blends both genres, starting lighter before becoming more dramatic.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Banshees of Inisherin — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/674324)
- [The Banshees of Inisherin - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Banshees_of_Inisherin)
- [The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/674324-the-banshees-of-inisherin/cast)
- [The Banshees of Inisherin - Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre](https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Banshees_of_Inisherin)
- [The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11813216/)
- [The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-banshees-of-inisherin/credits)

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