The Ballad of Wallis Island
2025, English. Directed by James Griffiths.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The Ballad of Wallis Island
The Ballad of Wallis Island is streaming on Netflix and JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 28 March 2025
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Tom Basden, Tim Key
- Box office
- $737K
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What The Ballad of Wallis Island is based on
The Ballad of Wallis Island is based on The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island, a 2007 short film.
Short film · 2007
The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island
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The Ballad of Wallis Island: quick answers
Is The Ballad of Wallis Island worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 236 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Ballad of Wallis Island?
The Ballad of Wallis Island runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Ballad of Wallis Island have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Ballad of Wallis Island. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Ballad of Wallis Island parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Ballad of Wallis Island is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Ballad of Wallis Island on?
The Ballad of Wallis Island is streaming on Netflix and JioHotstar in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Ballad of Wallis Island?
If you liked The Ballad of Wallis Island, try Fisherman's Friends, Wild Rose, Sunshine on Leith.
Who directed The Ballad of Wallis Island?
The Ballad of Wallis Island (2025) was directed by James Griffiths and stars Tom Basden, Tim Key, Carey Mulligan.
What is The Ballad of Wallis Island based on?
The Ballad of Wallis Island is based on The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island, a 2007 short film.