Bill Nighy’s “500 Miles” Shines at Dublin Film Festival Premiere
Dublin’s Lighthouse Cinema hosted the world premiere of “500 Miles” on Friday, February 27, 2026, as part of the Dublin International Film Festival. The film, a poignant road movie, brought together a stellar cast including Bill Nighy, Clare Dunne, Maisie Williams and Michael Socha.
A Family Journey Across the Irish Landscape
“500 Miles” tells the story of a fractured family brought back together when two young brothers, Finn (Roman Griffin Davis) and Charlie (Dexter Sol Ansell), run away from home. Their parents, played by Clare Dunne and Michael Socha, embark on a desperate search as the boys journey from Yorkshire, England, across land and sea to the west coast of Ireland, specifically Dingle, Co. Kerry.
Star-Studded Premiere
The premiere saw the cast walking the red carpet at the Lighthouse Cinema. Maisie Williams, known for her role in “Game of Thrones,” portrays Cáit, a free-spirited busker who aids the brothers on their quest to find their estranged grandfather, played by Bill Nighy as reported by RTÉ. BAFTA-winner Morgan Matthews directs the film, with a screenplay by Malcolm Campbell, adapted from Mark Lowery’s book, “Charlie and Me: 421 Miles from Home.”
Critical Acclaim and Production Details
Described as a “poetic, life-affirming road movie,” “500 Miles” is a production of Origin Pictures, Minnow Films, and Dublin-based Port Pictures according to Extra.ie. The film premiered at the Dublin International Film Festival on February 27, 2026 as noted by Wikipedia, with a running time of 102 minutes.
Cast and Crew
- Bill Nighy: Grandfather
- Roman Griffin Davis: Finn
- Dexter Sol Ansell: Charlie
- Maisie Williams: Cáit
- Clare Dunne: Mother
- Michael Socha: Father
- Morgan Matthews: Director
- Malcolm Campbell: Screenwriter
Whereas a wide release date has not yet been confirmed, the Dublin premiere marks a significant milestone for the film.