Village Idiot
Synopsis
"Village Idiot" is a sharp, heartfelt comedy-drama about a stubborn English grandmother, Barbara, who chains herself to her cottage to resist eviction by High Speed train developers. She then discovers that the company’s liaison sent to remove her is her estranged grandson, Peter. What follows is a clash between generations, class, and values: Barbara’s fierce attachment to home and identity versus Peter’s desperate need to hold onto his corporate job. As their battle becomes public, turning into a small-town spectacle of protest, press, and community chaos, both are forced to confront what “home” really means, and how love, pride, and belonging can both bind and divide a family. Witty, warm, and deeply human, "Village Idiot" captures rural England on the brink of change with equal parts humour and heartbreak.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rhys Aaron Lewis
- Screenplay & Story
- Samson Hawkins
- Original Title
- Village Idiot
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Vertigo Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rhys Aaron Lewis
Samson Hawkins
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Samson Hawkins
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Rhys Aaron Lewis
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Village Idiot
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What is Village Idiot about?
"Village Idiot" is a sharp, heartfelt comedy-drama about a stubborn English grandmother, Barbara, who chains herself to her cottage to resist eviction by High Speed train developers. She then discovers that the company’s liaison sent to remove her is her estranged grandson, Peter. What follows is a clash between generations, class, and values: Barbara’s fierce attachment to home and identity versus Peter’s desperate need to hold onto his corporate job. As their battle becomes public, turning into a small-town spectacle of protest, press, and community chaos, both are forced to confront what “home” really means, and how love, pride, and belonging can both bind and divide a family. Witty, warm, and deeply human, "Village Idiot" captures rural England on the brink of change with equal parts humour and heartbreak.
Who directed Village Idiot?
Village Idiot was directed by Rhys Aaron Lewis.
Who stars in Village Idiot?
The principal cast of Village Idiot includes Phyllis Logan, Max Harwood, Angus Imrie, Kathryn Drysdale, Kacey Ainsworth.
When was Village Idiot released and how long is it?
Village Idiot was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.