Hollywood actor Brad Pitt has relocated to a suburb of Dublin to shoot his latest film, marking the start of a two-week production period in Ireland. The A24 project, titled The Riders, is based on the 1994 novel by Tim Winton and blends Irish and European settings in its storyline.
Locations and Cast Details for the Film
The 62-year-old star is reportedly living in Dalkey, a coastal town where actor Matt Damon stayed during filming in 2020. The movie’s production will take place across various sites including Lough Tay in County Wicklow—familiarly known as the Guinness Lake—as well as Dublin, Cork, and Kerry. In addition to Ireland, filming will extend to other European locations like the Greek island of Hydra.
Joining Pitt in the cast are Julianne Nicholson, known for her role in Boardwalk Empire, and newcomer Coco Greenstone. The team is led by director Edward Berger, who is adapting Winton’s novel for the screen.
Plot Overview and Narrative Setting
The film follows Fred Scully, portrayed by Brad Pitt, who returns to Ireland with his wife Jennifer and their daughter Billie after two years of traveling through Europe. At Jennifer’s suggestion, the family purchases an old farmhouse near a castle, where Scully takes on renovating the property alone. Jennifer then goes back to Australia to settle their finances.
When Scully goes to Shannon Airport to pick up Jennifer and Billie, only Billie arrives, sparking a mystery.
“There is no note, no explanation, not so much as a word from Jennifer, and the shock has left Billie speechless. In that instant, Scully’s life falls to pieces,”
the film’s synopsis reveals.
Significance and Anticipated Impact of the Project
This shoot highlights Ireland as a prominent filming destination and marks another high-profile project for Brad Pitt. The combination of Irish landscapes and European locations suggests a visually rich production under Edward Berger’s direction. With its blend of drama and mystery, The Riders is expected to attract attention upon release, building anticipation for Brad Pitt Dublin filming efforts and his continued presence in international cinema.
