Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan is an Irish animated comedy centered on Ray, a man struggling with a lack of energy and disillusionment during his middle age. Feeling exhausted by his daily routine, he spends his time imagining the peace and joy he expects to find once he reaches retirement and finally has time for himself.

The short film was directed by John Kelly, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Tara Lawall. Domhnall Gleeson provides the voice for the lead character, Ray. The production was supported by several companies, including Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, RTÉ, Antidote, and The Animation Showcase.

Since its release in July 2024, the film has maintained a generally positive reception from viewers, earning a rating of 7.2/10 on TMDB based on 31 votes.