Netflix releases teaser trailer for Edward Berger's sequel film following the Conclave series
Netflix's "Ballad of a Small Player" Set for October Release
Netflix's latest production, "Ballad of a Small Player," is set to hit theaters on October 15, 2025, before streaming on the platform on October 29. The film, based on Lawrence Osborne's 2014 novel of the same name, follows the story of a disgraced British lawyer and high-stakes gambler, Lord Doyle (Colin Farrell), who tries to lay low in Macau's casino scene as his debts and past catch up with him.
In the film, Lord Doyle spends all day and night on casino floors, where he meets Dao Ming (Fala Chen), a casino employee who may hold his chance for salvation. However, a private investigator, played by Tilda Swinton, pursues him about his mysterious past.
The short theatrical run of "Ballad of a Small Player" suggests that Netflix has faith in the movie as an awards season contender. The film is directed by Edward Berger, who is coming off the success of the papal thriller Conclave. Berger's recent track record with Oscar-recognized films like "All Quiet on the Western Front" adds to the awards potential of "Ballad of a Small Player."
Netflix debuted the first teaser trailer for the film, which previews another crisply shot film from director Edward Berger. The film is an adaptation from Lawrence Osborne's 2014 novel and will be available on Netflix on October 29.
Plot
"Ballad of a Small Player" follows the story of a disgraced gambler, Lord Doyle, who tries to lay low in Macau's casino scene as his debts and past catch up with him. Along the way, he meets Dao Ming, a casino employee who may hold his chance for salvation, while a private investigator pursues him about his mysterious past.
Awards Potential
Netflix is positioning the film for major awards consideration with a limited theatrical run starting October 15, before streaming on Netflix on October 29. This aligns with Netflix's usual strategy for Oscar-eligible releases, suggesting that Netflix has confidence in the film's potential as an awards contender.
Cast
The film stars Colin Farrell as Lord Doyle, Tilda Swinton as the private investigator, and Fala Chen as Dao Ming.
In summary, "Ballad of a Small Player" is an upcoming film based on Lawrence Osborne's 2014 novel. It follows the story of a disgraced gambler, Lord Doyle, who meets a casino employee offering hope while being pursued by a private investigator about his mysterious past. The film will have a limited theatrical run starting October 15, before streaming on Netflix on October 29, 2025. The film is directed by Edward Berger, who is known for his Oscar-winning film "All Quiet on the Western Front."
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