'The Ballad of Wallis Island' Digital Release Date

Focus Features is set to release their charming British comedy The Ballad of Wallis Island on digital platforms next month, arriving on PVOD services on May 6th, 2025. The film has been delighting audiences since its theatrical release on April 11th, 2025, and will soon be available to enjoy at home.

The Ballad of Wallis Island follows Charles Heath (Tim Key), an eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island and dreams of getting his favorite musicians, the folk-rock duo McGwyer Mortimer (Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan), back together. Ten years after their bitter breakup, Charles attempts to make his fantasy come true by convincing them to perform a special concert on his isolated island home.

Directed by James Griffiths and produced by Rupert Majendie, this quirky comedy features a stellar cast including Tim Key as Charles, Tom Basden as Herb McGwyer, Carey Mulligan as Nell Mortimer, and Sian Clifford in a supporting role. The film has been praised for its tender moments, humor, and beautiful music, earning a solid 7.8/10 on IMDb and a Metascore of 78.

Critics and audiences alike have fallen in love with the film's exploration of isolation, reconciliation, and human connection. The gorgeous island setting is captured beautifully, with cinematography that highlights both the beauty and loneliness of Charles' remote home. As one viewer noted, "The characters are distinct and well developed, and the actors fit the roles beautifully."

The digital release will be available on major platforms, though specific services haven't yet been announced. The film's blend of comedy, drama, and music makes it a perfect choice for at-home viewing, offering a feel-good experience that, as one reviewer put it, "restores your faith in humanity."

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