Ballad of a Small Player: Before arriving on Netflix, Edward Berger's film is set for a limited theatrical premiere in October. Here’s everything you need to know about its schedule, plot and more.

Colin Farrell is gearing up for another captivating performance with Ballad of a Small Player. Touted to be a psychological thriller, the upcoming film marks the return of Conclave filmmaker Edward Berger back in action with a cinematic film. Before arriving on Netflix, the movie is set to have a limited theatrical release in October. Here’s everything you need to know about its premiere date, release schedule, plot, cast, and trailer.
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From the visionary and talented mind of Edward Berger (All Quiet On The Western Front, Conclave) comes Ballad of a Small Player. Packed with mystery, suspense, and a powerhouse ensemble with Colin Farrell and Tilda Swinton, Ballad of a Small Player seems like an edgy pick. Prior to its Netflix release for a global audience, the movie will roll out in the cinemas. Ballad of a Small Player garnered praise after its release in various film festivals, including TIFF and Zurich. The movie is slated to release in theaters on October 15, before landing on Netflix on October 29.
Colin Farrell, who played the titular role in the highly acclaimed series The Penguin is set to portray another spellbinding performance in Ballad of a Small Player. Colin will portray a gambler tossing his fate for money while running away from his mysterious past. Set against the backdrop of a gambling capital, Macau, Ballad of a Small Player centres around Lord Doyle (played by Colin Farrell), who struggles to repay his debt and opts to roll out with fate by gambling in the casino. He teams up with another casino employee named Dao Ming (played by Fala Chen), who is hiding secrets of her own. The game gets more interesting when Doyle is chased by a private investigator named Cynthia Blithe (played by Tilda Swinton).
With a solid ensemble and Oscar-nominated crew, Ballad of a Small Player excites fans. The trailer also offers a cinematic view of an alcoholic and mysterious protagonist, who embarks on a risky path of gambling on the table.
Deanie Ip and Alex Jennings are all part of the ensemble cast. Get ready to witness a crazy ride in the addictive world of gambling and casinos as Ballad of a Small Player drops on Netflix.
Q. When to watch Ballad of a Small Player online?
A. Ballad of a Small Player will premiere on Netflix on October 29.
Q. Who plays the lead in Netflix's Ballad of a Small Player?
A. Ballad of a Player features Colin Farrell as a gambler protagonist.
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