Urchin
Short description
Urchin is a drama centered on Mike, a homeless young man in London struggling with addiction. After spending time in prison, he attempts to rebuild his life with the assistance of social services. However, his efforts to find redemption are hindered by a cycle of self-destruction and strange patterns that threaten to trap him in his former habits.
The film was written and directed by Harris Dickinson. It features Frank Dillane in the lead role of Mike, with a supporting cast that includes Megan Northam, Karyna Khymchuk, Shonagh Marie, Amr Waked, and Claudia Jones. A total of 30 actors and 60 crew members are credited in the production, which was a joint effort between the United Kingdom and the United States through production companies such as BBC Film, BFI, Somesuch, and Devisio.
Released on October 3, 2025, the movie has a runtime of 99 minutes. Audience reception is reflected in a TMDB rating of 6.8/10 based on 64 votes.
What's left behind the scenes
- Director Harris Dickinson was not originally planned for a role in the project; he joined the cast only after one of the confirmed actors left. Frank Dillane, who played Mike, suggested this combination of directorial and acting duties to him.
Auditions in India
Casting calls in USA
Castingi w Polsce
Кастинги в Україні
