Pillion
Synopsis
Colin, a timid man, meets Ray, a confident biker gang leader, who initiates him into a submissive relationship, challenging Colin’s mundane existence and prompting personal growth through their unconventional dynamic.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-01-14
Top Cast
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Harry Melling
Colin
Alexander Skarsgård
Ray
Lesley Sharp
Peggy
Douglas Hodge
Pete
Jake Shears
Kevin
Mat Hill
Steve
Nick Figgis
Don
Zoe Engerer
Don's Wife
Jake Sharp
Chigs
Jacob Carter
Cousin Roy
Christina Carty
Colleague
Zamir Mesiti
Usher
Rosie Sheehy
Megan
Miranda Bell
Elderly Local
Monica Purcell
Elderly Local Friend
Anthony Welsh
Darren
Brian Martin
Colton
Georgina Hellier
Reese
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 53 DaysVienna International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 6, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 31, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
June 10, 2026
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6.6M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
6.64x
+$5.6M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry Lighton
- Screenplay & Story
- Harry Lighton, Adam Mars-Jones
- Original Score
- Oliver Coates
- Original Title
- Pillion
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Budget
- $1M
- Worldwide Gross
- $6.6M
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, BFI, Element Pictures, Fremantle, September Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry Lighton
Harry Lighton, Adam Mars-Jones
Oliver Coates
Nick Morris
Gareth C. Scales
Emma Norton, Ed Guiney, Andrew Lowe, Lee Groombridge, Eva Yates
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Lighton
Director
Emma Norton
Producer
Ed Guiney
Producer
Andrew Lowe
Producer
Lee Groombridge
Producer
Nick Morris
Director of Photography
Francesca Massariol
Production Design
Grace Snell
Costume Design
Oliver Coates
Original Music Composer
Harry Lighton
Writer
Gareth C. Scales
Editor
Tony Lucken
Stunt Coordinator
Chris Chitty
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Sexuality
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pillion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pillion about?
Colin, a timid man, meets Ray, a confident biker gang leader, who initiates him into a submissive relationship, challenging Colin’s mundane existence and prompting personal growth through their unconventional dynamic.
Who directed Pillion?
Pillion was directed by Harry Lighton.
Who stars in Pillion?
The principal cast of Pillion includes Harry Melling, Alexander Skarsgård, Lesley Sharp, Douglas Hodge, Jake Shears.
When was Pillion released and how long is it?
Pillion was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
What was the box office and production budget of Pillion?
Pillion had a reported production budget of $1M and grossed $6.6M at the worldwide box office (6.64 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Pillion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pillion was composed by Oliver Coates.
Is Pillion based on a book or true story?
Pillion is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Adam Mars-Jones".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pillion?
Pillion holds official age classifications: AU: R 18+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).