We’re delighted to announce The Arrival, a powerful new Film4-backed feature marking the directorial debut of acclaimed theatre-maker Bijan Sheibani

We’re thrilled to share that Kingsley Ben-Adir, Archie Madekwe, Joanna Scanlan and Alex Descas will lead the cast of The Arrival, the debut feature from award-winning theatre director Bijan Sheibani.

Backed by Film4, The Arrival is a gut-wrenching exploration of identity, obsession and betrayal, following two long-lost brothers, Raheem (Madekwe) and Tom (Ben-Adir), as they reunite in adulthood with consequences that will change them both.

David Kimbangi, Senior Commissioning Executive at Film4, said:

“Having worked with Bijan on his Film4-backed short Morning Song and throughout development of the script, we’re so proud to see The Arrival come to life. The calibre of the cast and crew that have attached to the film is testament to Bijan’s undeniable writing, his reputation in theatre, and it has been a joy collaborating with him, Theo Barrowclough, and our partners at the BFI.”

Cornerstone Films will handle worldwide sales.