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
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The Incomer was directed by Louis Paxton.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The film's trailer comments suggest that many viewers are excited about the movie's quirky tone and cast. Some reviewers praise the film for being "warm-hearted" and "funny," while others express surprise at its unexpected twist or genre-bending approach. A few viewers also appreciate the film's ability to balance humor with a heartfelt story.
From the trailer's comments
“I’m a wizard,” said Bill Weasley.
@fionaprice4621 · 38 likesSeems like there’s a new movie every month reminding us that it’s OK to be weird
@ttrestle · 54 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 · 40 likesLOL, I thought this was a horror movie at first.
@sarahward7016 · 72 likesSaw this at Sundance Festival and I cannot wait to see it again!! Such a warm hearted, fun & funny adventure!! 👏🤗❤️
@ChickieDee1111 · 13 likesSoooo Wicker man but its a heartfelt story
@Bread-nx9fo · 84 likesThis is giving the same vibes I got from Local Hero—one of my favorite folms of all time. I’ll be at the first showing for this!
@iampracticingpiano · 8 likesthis does look good, was up that area when they filmed it. Met some of the cast. Looks great, looking forward to seeing this 😍
@majornova8357 · 13 likes
