Brian Cox Alan Cumming Glenrothan Trailer

Succession star Brian Cox has made his feature directorial debut with Glenrothan, a poignant Scottish family drama co-starring Alan Cumming. Lionsgate UK announced the film's theatrical release date of April 17, 2026, alongside the launch of an emotional official trailer that has already stirred strong reactions from early viewers and critics.

The film, which premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and screened at the Rome Film Festival, centers on two estranged brothers reuniting after nearly 40 years. Alan Cumming plays Donal, who returns from America to the Scottish Highlands with his daughters (including Alexandra Shipp in a supporting role) when the family whisky distillery faces crisis. Brian Cox stars as Sandy, the older brother who has run the business since their mother's death and a violent family confrontation on the day of her funeral. The story explores themes of forgiveness, tradition, regret, and the survival of a proud family legacy amid changing times.

Emotional Trailer Highlights Fractured Bonds

The newly released trailer opens with sweeping shots of the misty Scottish Highlands and the iconic Glenrothan distillery, setting a tone of beauty laced with tension. Voiceover from Cox's character reflects on mistakes and redemption: "We all make mistakes, Dad. It's how we handle it that counts." The footage intercuts tender family moments with flashbacks to the painful past—arguments, loss, and the brothers' violent exchange—building to an emotional confrontation as Donal and Sandy face whether they can heal old wounds before the business (and their family) falls apart.

Critics who caught early screenings describe the trailer as "endearing" and "heartfelt," praising its balance of quiet drama and subtle humor. The film digs into the complexities of sibling relationships, with Cumming delivering what some call one of his richest onscreen roles—facing off against Cox's stubborn, stoic patriarch. Shirley Henderson (Trainspotting) co-stars as a key family member, adding warmth and depth to the ensemble.

Directorial Milestone for Cox

For Cox, Glenrothan marks a personal milestone—his first time directing a feature film (he previously helmed an episode of Oz in 2000). The project is described as a "love letter to Scotland," drawing on the actor's own Scottish roots. He not only directs but also stars and infuses the story with a sense of "fraught history and stubborn hope," as noted in TIFF's program. Screenwriters David Ashton and Jeff Murphy crafted a script that avoids melodrama, focusing instead on authentic conversations and the quiet dignity of reconciliation.

Reception and Anticipation Builds

Early buzz from festival screenings has been positive, with outlets like Variety calling it a "timid but heartfelt tale" that could benefit from more fire, while others praise its emotional restraint and strong performances. The trailer has sparked excitement ahead of the UK release, with fans of both actors—Cox from Succession and Cumming from X2: X-Men United and The Good Wife—eager to see them share the screen again.

No U.S. release date has been set yet, but Lionsgate's involvement suggests potential for wider distribution. For now, UK audiences can mark April 17 on their calendars for what promises to be a moving exploration of family, forgiveness, and the enduring pull of home—set against the stunning backdrop of Scotland's whisky country.

Catch the emotional trailer now on YouTube via Lionsgate UK, and prepare for a story that reminds us even the strongest bonds can fray—and heal—in unexpected ways.

Source - https://www.digitalspy.com/movies/trailers/a70155817/brian-cox-alan-cumming-glenrothan-trailer/

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