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Raised on a remote Scottish island, oddball siblings Isla (Rankin) and Sandy (O’Rourke) spend their days hunting, squabbling and telling stories. But when nervy council official Daniel (Gleeson) arrives intent on moving them along, the pair must wrestle with the threat and exciting possibilities of the mainland. Crammed with intriguingly strange characters and performed with aplomb by a wonderful cast, this terrific debut from director Louis Paxton fuses surreal humour, warmth and pathos. Winner of the NEXT Innovator Award at the Sundance Film Festival, this is a delightful and moving comedy…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The Incomer is by Louis Paxton, listed under Events in the Fringe programme. It is at EIFF @ The Cameo, 38 Home Street, EH3 9LZ, 13 August.
The show is suitable for ages 16+. Tickets are £15. Content warnings: Distressing or triggering themes, Scenes of sexual violence, Scenes of violence, Scenes of a sexual nature, Nudity and Strong language.