Re-Creation
“Using fiction to question reality.”
Synopsis
In a fictitious trial, twelve members of a jury must decide whether journalist Ian Bailey is guilty of the 1996 murder of French filmmaker Sophie Toscan Du Plantier. Based on real events, the film reconstructs, through the discussions between these twelve people, a case that ultimately invites the viewer to draw their own conclusions.
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UK Digital TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-16
Top Cast
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Colm Meaney
Ian Bailey
Aidan Gillen
Hamilton Barnes
Jim Sheridan
Juror 1
Tristan Heanue
Juror 2
John Connors
Juror 3
Gilbert Johnston
Juror 4
Elena Spautz
Juror 5
Zahara Moufid
Juror 6
Brendan Conroy
Juror 7
Vicky Krieps
Juror 8
Claire Johnston
Juror 9
Brian Doherty
Juror 10
Maja Jurić
Juror 11
Helen Norton
Juror 12
Jason Payne-James
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Dagmar Döring
Arianna Borina
Rachael Dowling
Shanna Kierans
Denis Conway
Frank Buttimer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Russell Hobbs British Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 27, 2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Sheridan, David Merriman
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Sheridan, David Merriman
- Original Score
- Anna Rice
- Original Title
- Re-Creation
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, Luxembourg
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Hell's Kitchen, Joli Rideau Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Sheridan, David Merriman
Jim Sheridan, David Merriman
Anna Rice
Carlo Thiel
Jack Thornton
Jim Sheridan, Fabrizio Maltese, Tina O'Reilly
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Sheridan
Director
Jim Sheridan
Writer
David Merriman
Writer
David Merriman
Director
Carlo Thiel
Director of Photography
Jack Thornton
Editor
Anna Rice
Original Music Composer
Fabrizio Maltese
Producer
Tina O'Reilly
Producer
Magdalena Labuz
Costume Design
Christina Schaffer
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Re-Creation
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What is Re-Creation about?
In a fictitious trial, twelve members of a jury must decide whether journalist Ian Bailey is guilty of the 1996 murder of French filmmaker Sophie Toscan Du Plantier. Based on real events, the film reconstructs, through the discussions between these twelve people, a case that ultimately invites the viewer to draw their own conclusions.
Who directed Re-Creation?
Re-Creation was directed by Jim Sheridan, David Merriman.
Who stars in Re-Creation?
The principal cast of Re-Creation includes Colm Meaney, Aidan Gillen, Jim Sheridan, Tristan Heanue, John Connors.
When was Re-Creation released and how long is it?
Re-Creation was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Re-Creation?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Re-Creation was composed by Anna Rice.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Re-Creation?
Re-Creation holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).