Irvine Welsh: Reality Is Not Enough
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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.
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Irvine Welsh
Self
Known for
Trainspotting
Swung
Liam Neeson
Narrator
Known for
Schindler's List
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
Stephen Graham
Narrator
Known for
Snatch
Adolescence
Ruth Negga
Narrator
Known for
Preacher
Ad Astra
Maxine Peake
Narrator
Known for
The Theory of Everything
I Swear
Nick Cave
Narrator
Known for
Memoir of a Snail
Johnny Suede
Helen Behan
Narrator
Known for
This Is England '88
This Is England '90
Olivia Caw
Narrator
Also in
Here Comes the Nun
Piece in Dal Riata
Mark Hannah
Narrator
Emma Currie
Self
Also in
Crime
Life Support
Michael Pedersen
Self
Dean Cavanagh
Self
Paul Sng Director · Irvine Welsh Writer Robbie Jones Cinematographer
First release August 20, 2025 · Produced in Ireland, United Kingdom · Production Noah Media Group
Production
LS Productions
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Noah Media Group
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Ireland · United Kingdom
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Original language
English
Spoken on screen
English
Release dates
United Kingdom · August 20, 2025
Premiere · Edinburgh International Film Festival
United Kingdom · September 26, 2025
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