Jimpa
“Every family finds their own language.”
Synopsis
Hannah and her non-binary teenager Frances visit her gay grandfather Jimpa in Amsterdam. Frances expresses a desire to stay with their grandfather for a year, challenging Hannah's parenting beliefs and forcing her to confront past issues.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-05-06
Top Cast
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Olivia Colman
Hannah
Aud Mason-Hyde
Frances
John Lithgow
Jimpa
Daniel Henshall
Harry
Kate Box
Emily
Eamon Farren
Richard
Zoë Love Smith
Isa
Hans Kesting
Uri
Frank Sanders
Dede
Erle de Lanooi
Mark
Deborah Kennedy
Katherine
Bryn Chapman Parish
Young Jim
Romana Vrede
Mirjam
Tilda Cobham-Hervey
Tilda Cobham-Hervey
Cody Fern
Cody Fern
Deobia Oparei
Stephen
Maya Carey
Young Hannah
Jean Janssens
Bis
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 118 DaysAdelaide Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 6, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 4, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sophie Hyde
- Screenplay & Story
- Matthew Cormack, Sophie Hyde
- Original Score
- Nick Ward
- Original Title
- Jimpa
- Country of Origin
- Australia, Netherlands, United States of America, Finland, Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- Screen Australia, Closer Productions, Mad Ones Films, Viking Film, Align, Finnish Impact Film Fund, Aurora Studios, Cinéart, South Australian Film Corporation, Mind the Gap Film Finance
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sophie Hyde
Matthew Cormack, Sophie Hyde
Nick Ward
Matthew Chuang
Bryan Mason
Bryan Mason, Sue Maslin, Michael Agar, Liam Heyen, Sophie Hyde
Department Leadership Roster
Matthew Cormack
Writer
Bryan Mason
Producer
Sophie Hyde
Director
Sophie Hyde
Writer
Liam Heyen
Producer
Sophie Hyde
Producer
Marleen Slot
Producer
Nick Ward
Original Music Composer
Renate Henschke
Costume Design
Bryan Mason
Editor
Matthew Chuang
Director of Photography
Bethany Ryan
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jimpa
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What is Jimpa about?
Hannah and her non-binary teenager Frances visit her gay grandfather Jimpa in Amsterdam. Frances expresses a desire to stay with their grandfather for a year, challenging Hannah's parenting beliefs and forcing her to confront past issues.
Who directed Jimpa?
Jimpa was directed by Sophie Hyde.
Who stars in Jimpa?
The principal cast of Jimpa includes Olivia Colman, Aud Mason-Hyde, John Lithgow, Daniel Henshall, Kate Box.
When was Jimpa released and how long is it?
Jimpa was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Jimpa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jimpa was composed by Nick Ward.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Jimpa?
Jimpa holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).