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Midwinter Break (2026)

Movie ★ 6.8 90 min

Drama

Longtime retired couple Stella and Gerry realise that their relationship has reached a crossroads while on holiday in Amsterdam. After so much time and so many memories, long-held promises and deeply concealed wounds threaten to come to light and force them to confront their future.

Polly Findlay Director

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Quick facts

Released
February 20, 2026
Runtime
90 min
Rating
PG-13
Budget
$4.0M
Box office
$1.0M
IMDb
tt7374950
Country
United Kingdom, Netherlands
Language
English
Studio
Shoebox Films, Family Affair Films, Film4 Productions, Randan Film and Television Productions

Themes

Cast

Lesley Manville Lesley Manville Stella Ciarán Hinds Ciarán Hinds Gerry Niamh Cusack Niamh Cusack Kathy Julie Lamberton Julie Lamberton Young Stella Ed Sayer Ed Sayer Young Gerry Leila Laaraj Hennie Tim Licata Man in Bar Marco Horta Lopes Marco Horta Lopes Receptionist Elène Zuidmeer Elène Zuidmeer Barwoman David Gallacher David Gallacher Glasgow Priest Lewis Harris Barman Aidan

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Frequently asked questions

What is Midwinter Break about?
Longtime retired couple Stella and Gerry realise that their relationship has reached a crossroads while on holiday in Amsterdam. After so much time and so many memories, long-held promises and deeply concealed wounds threaten to come to light and force them to confront their future.
Who directed Midwinter Break?
Midwinter Break was directed by Polly Findlay.
Who stars in Midwinter Break?
Midwinter Break stars Lesley Manville, Ciarán Hinds, Niamh Cusack, Julie Lamberton.
When was Midwinter Break released?
Midwinter Break is a 2026 drama film.
Where can I watch Midwinter Break?
You can watch Midwinter Break with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.