The Radleys is a 2024 British comedy horror film directed by Euros Lyn and written by Talitha Stevenson, based on the 2010 novel by Matt Haig. It stars Damian Lewis, Kelly Macdonald, Harry Baxendale, Bo Bragason, and Jay Lycurgo, Siân Phillips and Shaun Parkes.
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| Directed by | Euros Lyn |
| Screenplay by | Talitha Stevenson |
| Based on | The Radleys by Matt Haig |
| Produced by | Debbie Gray |
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| Cinematography | Nanu Segal |
| Edited by | Jamie Pearson |
| Music by | Keefus Ciancia |
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| Distributed by | Sky Cinema |
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Running time | 111 minutes[1] |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
The film premiered at the 2024 Edinburgh International Film Festival, and was released in cinemas and on Sky Cinema on 18 October 2024.
Premise
editA family of vampires who choose to abstain from drinking blood is confronted with the problem of their teenage children, whose bloodlust proves difficult to control. When their identity is exposed, parents Helen and Peter are forced to confront who they are, with the help or hindrance of Peter's twin brother Will, who is a practising vampire.[2][3][4]
Cast
edit- Damian Lewis as Peter Radley and Will Radley
- Kelly Macdonald as Helen Radley
- Harry Baxendale as Rowan Radley
- Bo Bragason as Clara Radley
- Jay Lycurgo as Evan Copleigh
- Shaun Parkes as Jared Copleigh
- Sophia Di Martino as Lorna Felt
- Steven Waddington as Mark Felt
- Madelaine Power as Tilly
- Siân Phillips
Production
editDevelopment
editIn October 2022, it was reported that Damian Lewis would star in a film adaptation of Matt Haig's novel The Radleys, directed by Euros Lyn, based on a script by Jo Brand, and written by Talitha Stevenson. Debbie Gray produced and Lewis is executive produced via his production company Ginger Biscuit Entertainment. Genesius Productions are producing and Cornerstone Films handling worldwide sales.[5]
Casting
editIn June 2023 Kelly Macdonald, Sophia Di Martino, Shaun Parkes, Harry Baxendale and Bo Bragason were added to the cast.[6]
Filming
editPrincipal photography was initially scheduled for May 2023.[7] Production began in London in June 2023.[8][9] Filming locations also include Yorkshire.[10]
Release
editThe film had its world premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival on 20 August 2024.[1][11] The film was released in cinemas and via Sky Cinema on 18 October 2024.[12]
Reception
editOn the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, The Radleys holds an approval rating of 69% based on 16 reviews, with an average rating of 6.3/10.[13]
References
edit- ^ a b "The Radleys". Edinburgh International Film Festival. Retrieved 4 October 2024.
- ^ Dams, Tim (21 October 2022). "Damian Lewis to star in 'The Radleys' from 'Heartstopper' director Euros Lyn". Screen Daily. Retrieved 7 June 2023.
- ^ Devore, Britta (21 October 2021). "Damian Lewis to Star in Euros Lyn's Dark Comedy 'The Radleys'". Collider. Retrieved 7 June 2023.
- ^ McArdle, Tommy (10 September 2024). "Damian Lewis and Kelly Macdonald Are Perfectly Normal Suburban Vampires in The Radleys Trailer (Exclusive)". People. Archived from the original on 11 September 2024. Retrieved 11 September 2024.
- ^ Lodderhose, Diana (21 October 2022). "Damian Lewis To Star In Adaptation Of Matt Haig's Modern Vampire Title 'The Radleys' — AFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 7 June 2023.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (13 June 2023). "Damian Lewis Vampire Comedy 'The Radleys' Underway; Joining Cast Includes Kelly Macdonald, Sophia Di Martino & Shaun Parkes". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 14 June 2023.
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (21 October 2022). "Damian Lewis to Star in 'Heartstopper' Director Euros Lyn's 'The Radleys'". Variety. Retrieved 7 June 2023.
- ^ "2023 film and high-end TV productions shooting in the UK: latest updates". Screen Daily. 6 June 2023. Retrieved 7 June 2023.
- ^ McCormack, Neil (10 June 2023). "Damian Lewis on his unlikely rock reinvention: 'I'm aware how dangerous this is for me'". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 10 June 2023.
- ^ "The Radleys". Comedy.co.uk. Retrieved 14 June 2023.
- ^ Tabbara, Mona (10 July 2024). "Edinburgh 2024 world premieres include 'Lollipop', 'The Radleys' and AI doll documentary 'Smiles And Kisses You'". Screen Daily. Retrieved 10 July 2024.
- ^ "Sky announces start of production for The Radleys starring Damian Lewis, Kelly Macdonald and Shaun Parkes". Skygroup. 13 June 2023. Retrieved 14 June 2023.
- ^ "The Radleys". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved 21 November 2024.
External links
edit- The Radleys at IMDb