Wicker India release date: Olivia Colman, Skarsgård film hits cinemas October 30
Synopsis
A fairy-tale premise, an Oscar winner, and a Sundance debut — Wicker brings Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgård to Indian cinemas on 30 October 2026. Adapted from Ursula Wills' short story about a woman who commissions a wicker husband, it is one of the more unusual fantasy comedies to receive a major Indian theatrical release this season.
Key Takeaways
Wicker releases in India on 30 October 2026 , distributed by PVR INOX Pictures in association with Superfine Films .
The film stars Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgård , with Peter Dinklage , Elizabeth Debicki , and Richard E.
It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on 24 January 2026 and closed the 59th Sitges Film Festival on 18 October 2026 .
The US release is set for 23 October 2026 ; India and the UK both receive it on 30 October , with Australia following on 5 November .
The film is adapted from Ursula Wills' short story 'The Wicker Husband' , with music by Anna Meredith .
Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson's romantic fantasy comedy Wicker is set to arrive in Indian cinemas on 30 October 2026, distributed by PVR INOX Pictures in association with Superfine Films. The film stars Academy Award-winner Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgård as the central pair, with Peter Dinklage, Elizabeth Debicki, and Richard E. Grant rounding out the key cast.
Release Timeline Across Markets
The film's global rollout spans several weeks. Wicker is slated to open in the United States on 23 October 2026, followed by simultaneous releases in India and the United Kingdom on 30 October 2026. Australia will receive the film a week later, on 5 November 2026. The staggered schedule positions India as a priority market alongside the UK, ahead of several other international territories.
Festival Pedigree
Wicker premiered at the prestigious Eccles Theater in Utah, USA, as part of the Sundance Film Festival on 24 January 2026. The film also served as the closing feature of the 59th Sitges Film Festival on 18 October 2026 — a fitting send-off from a genre film festival renowned for celebrating fantasy and horror cinema before its worldwide theatrical run begins.
Story and Vision
The film is a cinematic adaptation of the short story 'The Wicker Husband' by Ursula Wills. It follows an ostracised fisherwoman who commissions a local Basketmaker to craft her a husband. When her wicker-made companion surpasses every expectation, his presence unleashes jealousy, fascination, and upheaval throughout the village.
Directors Fischer and Wilson described their intent in production notes as creating 'a satirical comedy about sex and marriage, a unique visual spectacle, and a strange love story that would ground it all.' They also noted that their 'first goal is always to provide a good time,' while the film's emotional core rests on the idea that 'you can't love another person until you accept that you are deserving of love.'
Production and Music
Wicker is backed by Topic Studios in collaboration with Tango Entertainment, Votiv, Yoki, Inc., and South of the River Picture. The film's score has been composed by Anna Meredith, whose distinctive musical voice adds another layer of originality to the production's already unconventional premise.
Point of View
Not an afterthought. The film's Sundance-to-Sitges festival arc also gives PVR INOX a credibility hook that mainstream Hollywood tentpoles rarely carry. The real question is whether Colman and Skarsgård's star power can translate to multiplex footfall in a market where awareness of Sundance fare remains niche. The Sitges closing-night slot, however, is a useful marketing hook for fantasy enthusiasts.
NationPress
19 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Wicker releasing in India?
Wicker releases in India on 30 October 2026. It will be distributed theatrically by PVR INOX Pictures in association with Superfine Films.
Who are the lead actors in Wicker?
The film stars Academy Award-winner Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgård as the central pair. Peter Dinklage, Elizabeth Debicki, and Richard E. Grant also appear in key supporting roles.
What is Wicker about?
Wicker is a romantic fantasy comedy adapted from Ursula Wills' short story 'The Wicker Husband.' It follows an ostracised fisherwoman who commissions a local Basketmaker to build her a wicker husband, whose arrival disrupts the entire village.
Where did Wicker premiere?
Wicker had its world premiere at the Eccles Theater in Utah as part of the Sundance Film Festival on 24 January 2026. It also served as the closing film of the 59th Sitges Film Festival on 18 October 2026.
Who directed Wicker?
Wicker was directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson. The film is produced by Topic Studios in collaboration with Tango Entertainment, Votiv, Yoki, Inc., and South of the River Picture, with a score by Anna Meredith.
