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Urchin

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On the streets of London, Mike is hustling to get by. Roadside evangelizers won't let him sleep in peace, his slippery friend won't pay up the money he stole, and before long, he finds himself in trouble with the law. As he struggles to reintegrate into society, shuffling between gigs as a line cook and a trash collector, he must balance a newfound sense of community with his own itch for self-destruction.
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Urchin is an emotionally raw debut from Harris Dickinson, whose introspective direction and clear-eyed compassion find a perfect match in Billy Dillane's unflinchingly authentic performance.

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Jacob Oller AV Club Debut director Harris Dickinson finds a perfectly hangdog lead to elevate his standard, realist homelessness drama. Rated: B- Oct 17, 2025 Full Review Odie Henderson Boston Globe Dillane is onscreen for the entire film, and he gives a performance that will stick with you long after the symbolism-laced last scene. Rated: 3/4 Oct 17, 2025 Full Review Randy Myers San Jose Mercury News While the surreal elements don't entirely work, "Urchin's" joyful outbursts and a supporting turn from Dickinson do... Rated: 3/4 Oct 17, 2025 Full Review Maxwell Rabb ScreenAnarchy The despair in Urchin is punctuated by some softness. [Director Harris] Dickinson seems to understand how tenderness and ruin can coexist in the wake of personal loss. The film rarely strays from its calm, observational gaze. Oct 21, 2025 Full Review John Stark Mac the Movie Guy Harris Dickinson’s directorial debut is another promising start, but it is the casting of Frank Dillane, whose complicated portrayal of a societal outcast is one of the best of the year. Rated: 66/100 Oct 18, 2025 Full Review Dennis Harvey 48 Hills Some may find Urchin too much of a downer, or too lacking in conventional explication. It’s not a perfect movie, but it has a discipline and energy that announce a fully-formed talent. Oct 18, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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jesse v A non-comedic charmless version of Bojack horsemen with bizarre music choices and a lack of a story. Only watch this if you want a peek at a washed bloke attempts to straighten his life in England. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 10/21/25 Full Review AR The acting was raw and incredible to watch. This film highlights the plight of the homeless. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/19/25 Full Review BRIAN T Hard hitting and not a lot of joy. The movie does a great job portraying real experiences for marginalized people. Not what I was expecting but thats on me. The cinematography and color paint different colors in the previews than they do in the film. I love this movie- I take full responsibility for not being prepared. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 10/18/25 Full Review Ann S The film does not show some fantasy about people on the margins of society. It shows the reality! Love Frank Dillane and Harris Dickenson. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/18/25 Full Review Ghederick Eshmont A spectacular lead performance & Harris Dickinson crafted a stellar first feature Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 10/18/25 Full Review Roy J Went in for Harris Dickinson's direction, but came out loving the lead actor stealing the show. Didn't like the ending. Surprised by the pleasant humor in such a dark subject. Recommend! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/16/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis On the streets of London, Mike is hustling to get by. Roadside evangelizers won't let him sleep in peace, his slippery friend won't pay up the money he stole, and before long, he finds himself in trouble with the law. As he struggles to reintegrate into society, shuffling between gigs as a line cook and a trash collector, he must balance a newfound sense of community with his own itch for self-destruction.
Director
Harris Dickinson
Producer
Archie Pearch, Scott O'Donnell
Screenwriter
Harris Dickinson, Harris Dickinson
Distributor
1-2 Special
Production Co
Somesuch, Devisio Pictures, BBC Film, BFI, Tricky Knot
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 10, 2025, Limited
Box Office (Gross USA)
$121.1K
Runtime
1h 39m