The Lost Children of Tuam
Synopsis
When amateur historian Catherine Corless begins examining records from a former Mother and Baby Home in Tuam, Co. Galway, she stumbles upon evidence pointing towards a deeply troubling past. Refusing to let the questions go, she embarks on a painstaking investigation, putting her in conflict with the Church, State, and local town. As official resistance mounts, and unsettling discoveries emerge, her determination challenges powerful institutions, exposing a hidden chapter of Ireland's past that many would rather keep hidden.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-04
Top Cast
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Monica Dolan
Catherine Corless
Andrew Bennett
Ian McElhinney
Ian Dillon
Funeral Attendee (uncredited)
Thomas Hopkins
Old Man
Ruth McCabe
Elaine O'Dwyer
Alicia Corless
Jonathan Heed
Reporter
Jeanne Nicole Ní Áinle
Patrick O'Donnell
Franny Hopkins
Anne O'Riordan
Adrienne Corless
Janet Grene
1950s Nun
Geraldine Aherne
Sister Evelyn
Billy Lyons
Senior Reporter
Eoin Geoghegan
Barry Sweeney
Desmond Daly
Cllr Joe Cleary
Hannah O'Reilly
Jaqueline
Jack Hassett
Alan Corless
Release History & Theatrical Window
Russell Hobbs British Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Berry
- Screenplay & Story
- Rebecca Lenkiewicz
- Original Score
- Hannah Peel
- Original Title
- The Lost Children of Tuam
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Ireland, France, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Gaelic
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, Element Pictures, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, Fremantle, Big Red Films, Port Pictures, Coimisiún na Meán, mk2 Films, RTÉ, Besides Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Berry
Rebecca Lenkiewicz, Dan Barry
Hannah Peel
Kate McCullough, Alba Fernandez
Colin Campbell
Liam Neeson, Jules Daly, Ed Guiney, Andrew Lowe, Chelsea Morgan Hoffmann
Department Leadership Roster
Liam Neeson
Producer
Frank Berry
Director
Jules Daly
Producer
Ed Guiney
Producer
Andrew Lowe
Producer
Chelsea Morgan Hoffmann
Producer
Martina Niland
Producer
Rebecca Lenkiewicz
Screenplay
Colin Campbell
Editor
Kate McCullough
Director of Photography
Hannah Peel
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lost Children of Tuam
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What is The Lost Children of Tuam about?
When amateur historian Catherine Corless begins examining records from a former Mother and Baby Home in Tuam, Co. Galway, she stumbles upon evidence pointing towards a deeply troubling past. Refusing to let the questions go, she embarks on a painstaking investigation, putting her in conflict with the Church, State, and local town. As official resistance mounts, and unsettling discoveries emerge, her determination challenges powerful institutions, exposing a hidden chapter of Ireland's past that many would rather keep hidden.
Who directed The Lost Children of Tuam?
The Lost Children of Tuam was directed by Frank Berry.
Who stars in The Lost Children of Tuam?
The principal cast of The Lost Children of Tuam includes Monica Dolan, Andrew Bennett, Ian McElhinney, Ian Dillon, Thomas Hopkins.
When was The Lost Children of Tuam released and how long is it?
The Lost Children of Tuam was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for The Lost Children of Tuam?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Lost Children of Tuam was composed by Hannah Peel.
Is The Lost Children of Tuam based on a book or true story?
The Lost Children of Tuam is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Dan Barry".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Lost Children of Tuam?
The Lost Children of Tuam holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).