The Incomer
Welcome to Auk Isle. Population: one too many.
On an Orkney isle, siblings Isla and Sandy survive by hunting seabirds, retelling the stories of their ancestors, and defending the isle from dreaded "Incomers". Their world is upended with the arrival of an awkward council worker who has come to uproot them from their homeland.
Directed by Louis Paxton · Comedy · Drama · 102 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Louis Paxton
Studio
BFI / Screen Scotland
Release
2026-09-04
Runtime
102 min
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Cast & Characters
Daniel
Domhnall Gleeson
Isla
Gayle Rankin
Sandy
Grant O'Rourke
Calum
Emun Elliott
Roz
Michelle Gomez
Fin Man/Father
John Hannah
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Critical Assessment
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Ratings as of September 2, 2026
Where to Watch
United Kingdom
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The Incomer was directed by Louis Paxton.
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Fan & Critic Buzz
The public reaction to "The Incomer" appears to be overwhelmingly positive, with many reviewers describing it as a "horror movie" at first and later praising its unique storytelling and performances. Some reviewers have also noted that the film is part of a trend of movies showcasing unconventional content. Additionally, several reviewers have expressed enthusiasm for the film's nostalgic and homespun tone.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
Off the north east coast of Scotland - there lies a small island upon which siblings "Isla" (Gayle Rankin) and brother "Sandy" (Grant O'Rourke) have lived for thirty winters. Entirely self contained and living their lives according to the cult of the gull, they only really have o…
CinemaSerf · 7/10
From the trailer's comments
LOL, I thought this was a horror movie at first.
@sarahward7016 · 114 likes“I’m a wizard,” said Bill Weasley.
@fionaprice4621 · 66 likesOh god, Gayle Rankin and Michelle Gomez in the same film. Not sure the world is ready for such levels of odd. But that throw at 0.50, kinda need to see the film now...
@ogmadigital · 53 likesSeems like there’s a new movie every month reminding us that it’s OK to be weird
@ttrestle · 82 likesA masterpiece, please give this film every award available. I laughed soooo much. Beautiful. Really captures the coastal wild mysteries and way of life. Reminded of cutting turf for the fire with my grandparents. And collecting shellfish. The simple life which is reflected to Bea…
@Catherine-v2p2l · 4 likesSoooo Wicker man but its a heartfelt story
@Bread-nx9fo · 93 likesCaught this last night before it left cinemas, it was an absolute delight
@philterskilter9165 · 2 likesSaw this at Sundance Festival and I cannot wait to see it again!! Such a warm hearted, fun & funny adventure!! 👏🤗❤️
@ChickieDee1111 · 24 likes
