One of the most critically acclaimed films from the 2025 festival circuit is finally making its way to North American audiences. Pillion, a bold romantic dramedy starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård, arrives in US theaters this Friday, February 6, 2026. Directed by Harry Lighton, the film has already been hailed as a “future classic” in the UK, where it swept multiple awards late last year.
Whether you’re in London, New York, or Mumbai, here is the current status of the film and where you can watch it.
1. United States: Theatrical Release (A24)
Distributed by A24, the film is an exclusive theatrical release in the US starting this Friday.
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- Release Date: Friday, February 6, 2026.
- Where to Watch: Opening in limited release in major cities (New York, LA, Chicago) before expanding nationwide.
- Tickets: Available now on Fandango and AMC Theatres.
- Special Event: A special preview screening followed by a Q&A with director Harry Lighton will take place on Monday, February 9, at the Coolidge Corner Theatre in Boston.
2. United Kingdom & Ireland: Digital & Home Video
Having completed its successful theatrical run in November 2025, Pillion has already transitioned to home viewing in the UK.
- Digital Platforms: As of January 12, 2026, the film is available to Rent or Buy on:
- Amazon Prime Video
- Apple TV
- Sky Store
- Virgin Media Store
- Coming Soon to Subscription: The film is expected to land on MUBI or Sky Cinema by April 2026.
3. India & International Status
- India: No theatrical release date has been confirmed. However, given A24’s partnership with JioCinema and Prime Video India, it is expected to arrive on one of these platforms as a digital rental by Late Spring 2026.
- Australia: The film is currently playing in select cinemas (released January 19, 2026).
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Based on the 2020 novel Box Hill by Adam Mars-Jones, Pillion is being called “Fifty Shades of Grey done right.”
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- The Plot: Colin (Harry Melling), a shy traffic warden who sings in a barbershop quartet, has his mundane life upended when he meets Ray (Alexander Skarsgård), a charismatic and “impossibly handsome” biker. Colin quickly becomes Ray’s submissive, entering a world of leather, motorcycles, and strict domestic obedience.
- The Critical Buzz: The film holds a 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. It recently won Best British Independent Film at the 2025 BIFAs and earned Harry Lighton the Breakthrough British Filmmaker award at the London Film Critics’ Circle on February 1.
- Runtime: 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Quick Watch Summary
| Region | Format | Platform / Availability |
| USA | Theaters | Opening Feb 6, 2026 |
| UK | Digital VOD | Available Now (Rent/Buy) |
| Australia | Theaters | Now Playing |
| India | OTT | Expected Spring 2026 |
