Departures
“They say the best way to move forward is to go back...”
Synopsis
It’s instant chemistry when Benji encounters Jake at an airport departures gate. Their on-going relationship unfolds through intimate trips to Amsterdam, revealing a complex power dynamic.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official (redband) TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-03-14
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne Queer Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lloyd Eyre-Morgan, Neil Ely
- Screenplay & Story
- Lloyd Eyre-Morgan
- Original Title
- Departures
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Punk Spirit Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lloyd Eyre-Morgan, Neil Ely
Lloyd Eyre-Morgan
Paul Mortlock, Neil Ely, Lloyd Eyre-Morgan
Department Leadership Roster
Lloyd Eyre-Morgan
Director
Neil Ely
Director
Paul Mortlock
Producer
Neil Ely
Producer
Lloyd Eyre-Morgan
Producer
Lloyd Eyre-Morgan
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Departures
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What is Departures about?
It’s instant chemistry when Benji encounters Jake at an airport departures gate. Their on-going relationship unfolds through intimate trips to Amsterdam, revealing a complex power dynamic.
Who directed Departures?
Departures was directed by Lloyd Eyre-Morgan, Neil Ely.
Who stars in Departures?
The principal cast of Departures includes Lloyd Eyre-Morgan, David Tag, Liam Boyle, Tyler Conti, Kerry Howard.
When was Departures released and how long is it?
Departures was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Departures?
Departures holds official age classifications: FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).