Lúbtha (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 3.2
Released in 2019, Lúbtha is a drama film directed by Ethan McDowell, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. A short film inspired by true events and follows the story of a teenager dealing with his sexuality whilst having to grow up in early 90s Northern Ireland. As physical and mental abuse become a daily struggle, Fintan retreats into a world of anger and silence. With no solution on the horizon, he yearns to escape from the small town he’s been trapped in all his life, bringing nothing but his younger brother. As he comes closer to planning his journey to freedom, one night he is shown the reality of acceptance and love.
Who’s in it. Lúbtha stars Oliver Scullion as Fintan, Conor Gormally as Caelan, Josh Hegarty as Séamus and Ciara Gallagher as Mrs. Murphy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.2/10, Lúbtha has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lúbtha page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lúbtha tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lúbtha (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lúbtha change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lúbtha worth watching?
- Lúbtha holds an audience score of 3.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lúbtha?
- Lúbtha stars Oliver Scullion, Conor Gormally, Josh Hegarty, Ciara Gallagher and Geraldine Galligan.
- When was Lúbtha released?
- Lúbtha was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.