Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Cillian Murphy's 'Steve' Premieres at Toronto Film Festival
Cillian Murphy has a new movie called 'Steve' coming out.
It's about a headteacher and his students at a reform school in the 90s, where they are being interviewed by a documentary crew.
The story explores the challenges and difficulties faced by both the students and the headteacher as the school is threatened with closure.
It's a reimagining of Max Porter’s book 'Shy.'
The film aims to be engaging, while also making people think about deeper issues.
It will first show at a film festival, then in select cinemas and finally on Netflix.
Cillian Murphy stars in 'Steve,' premiering at the Toronto Film Festival.
The film, directed by Tim Mielants, is based on Max Porter's 'Shy'.
'Steve' focuses on a headteacher and students at a reform school in the mid-1990s.
Theatrical release is set for September 19, followed by a Netflix debut on October 3.
The film explores complex themes with a commentary on contemporary political issues.
- Who
- Cillian Murphy stars in 'Steve', directed by Tim Mielants.
- What
- The film 'Steve' will premiere at the Toronto Film Festival.
- When
- Set in the mid-1990s, the film is set for theatrical release on September 19, and streaming release on October 3.
- Where
- The film is set in a last-chance reform school.
- Why
- The film explores complex themes in a challenging environment.
Filmmakers' Perspective
Audience's Perspective
Themes and Purpose
Filmmakers' Perspective
The film provides commentary on current political issues.
Audience's Perspective
The filmmakers aim to challenge viewers while keeping the film engaging.
- Film Title
- Steve
- Director
- Tim Mielants
- Starring
- Cillian Murphy, Tracey Ullman, Emily Watson
- Source Material
- Max Porter's 'Shy'
- Theatrical Release
- September 19 (select cinemas)
- Streaming Release
- October 3 (Netflix)
- Setting
- Mid-1990s
Sources
Cillian Murphy On His Character’s “Jangled State Of Anxiety” In TIFF-Bound ‘Steve’ & The Balance Of Telling Tough Stories That Entertain – Filmmaker Team Q&A
