Ballad of a Small Player (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2025, Ballad of a Small Player is a crime and drama film directed by Edward Berger, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Amid the glittering casinos of Macau, a gambler running from his past—and his debts—becomes fascinated by an enigmatic woman at the baccarat table.
Who’s in it. Ballad of a Small Player stars Colin Farrell as Lord Doyle, Fala Chen as Dao Ming, Tilda Swinton as Cynthia Blithe and Deanie Ip as Grandma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Ballad of a Small Player has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ballad of a Small Player page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ballad of a Small Player tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ballad of a Small Player (2025)?
- In US, Ballad of a Small Player is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ballad of a Small Player worth watching?
- Ballad of a Small Player holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ballad of a Small Player?
- Ballad of a Small Player stars Colin Farrell, Fala Chen, Tilda Swinton, Deanie Ip and Alex Jennings.
- When was Ballad of a Small Player released?
- Ballad of a Small Player was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.