United Kingdom / Aug 20, 2025 / Edinburgh International Film Festival
Overall average
5.0/10
Trailer
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Plot
One of the most controversial writers of our times, join Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh as he undergoes a remarkable trip to find new meaning in his work, life and legacy.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Olivia Caw | Narrator |
| Mark Hannah | Narrator |
| Emma Currie | Self |
| Michael Pedersen | Self |
| Dean Cavanagh | Self |
| Chad Charles | Self |
| Ronan Levy | Self |
| Oscar Guardiola-Rivera | Self |
| Dougie Webster | Self |
| Colin Campbell | Self |
| Romeo Montana | Self |
| Debbie Donovan | Self |
| Rebecca Odell | Self |
| Michael Anthony | Self |
| Darren Emerson | Self |
| Trevor Engelson | Self |
Genres
Documentary
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Irvine Welsh: Reality Is Not Enough |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | Ireland, United Kingdom |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | LS Productions, Noah Media Group |
| Release date | 26 settembre 2025 |
| Executive producer | Sarah Drummond |
| Production | Paul Sng |
| Writer | Irvine Welsh, Paul Sng |
| Editing | Angela Slaven |
| Cinematography | Robbie Jones |
| Assistant directors | Paul Sng |
| Camera operators | Robbie Jones |
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| Additional photography | Robbie Jones |
| Production design | Siam Colvine |
| Art direction | Siam Colvine |
| Set decoration | Siam Colvine |
Release dates
Premiere
Theatrical release
United Kingdom / Sep 26, 2025 / 18
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