Everybody Digs Bill Evans (film)
2026 UK-Ireland biopic film
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Everybody Digs Bill Evans is a 2026 biographical drama film directed by Grant Gee, written by Mark O’Halloran and based on the novel Intermission by Owen Martell. It follows the legendary musician Bill Evans (Anders Danielsen Lie). It also stars Bill Pullman, Barry Ward, Laurie Metcalf, Valene Kane and Katie McGrath.
by Owen Martell
- Janine Marmot
- Alan Maher
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| Directed by | Grant Gee |
| Screenplay by | Mark O’Halloran |
| Based on | Intermission by Owen Martell |
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| Cinematography | Piers McGrail |
| Edited by | Adam Biskupski |
| Music by | Roger Goula |
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Running time | 102 minutes[1] |
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| Language | English |
The film had its world premiere at the main competition of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on 13 February 2026, where it won the Silver Bear for Best Director.[2]
Premise
In June 1961 in New York City, jazz pianist Bill Evans is playing with what he considers his perfect musical trio. However, following the tragic death of his bass player Scott LaFaro, Evans is traumatized by grief and unsure whether he can continue playing.[3][4]
Cast
- Anders Danielsen Lie as Bill Evans[5]
- Bill Pullman as Harry Evans
- Barry Ward as Harry Evans Junior
- Laurie Metcalf as Mary Evans
- Valene Kane as Ellaine Schultz
- Katie McGrath as Pat Evans
Production
The film is directed by Grant Gee from a screenplay by Mark O’Halloran and based on the book Intermission by Owen Martell. Producers on the film include Janine Marmot for Hot Property Films, and Alan Maher for Cowtown Pictures. The film is shot partially on 16mm and in black and white, and had support from the BFI and Screen Ireland.[6][7]
It stars Anders Danielsen Lie, Bill Pullman and Barry Ward as well as Laurie Metcalf, Valene Kane and Katie McGrath.[6][8]
Principal photography took place in County Cork from May 2025.[9][8]
Release
Breakout Pictures bought distribution rights for the UK and Ireland in May 2025.[8] It premiered at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival.[10] and at the Dublin film festival [11]