INK reaches Netflix on January 8, 2027 in the US and Latin America, after a run in select theaters starting December 11, 2026.
The film is directed by Danny Boyle and adapted from James Graham’s award-winning stage play about the birth of the modern British tabloid. Jack O’Connell, Guy Pearce and Claire Foy star, with Pearce playing Rupert Murdoch.
Below you will find the cast, story, runtime and what is known about its age rating.
At a glance
- Release date: January 8, 2027 on Netflix (US and Latin America); select theaters December 11, 2026
- Runtime: 1 hr 56 min
- Age rating: Not yet rated
- Where to watch: Netflix
- Verdict: Worth a try
Table of Contents
Official Trailer Breakdown
The INK trailer plays like a heist movie about a newspaper. Boyle’s trademark speed and noise are all over it, with a young crew of misfits chasing the idea of a paper that gives readers exactly what they crave.
Netflix frames the story as the moment a new kind of news was invented, one that would shape the world we live in now. The tone is cheeky and fast, even though the subject is serious.
- A struggling London newspaper in need of a shake-up
- Jack O’Connell as an ambitious editor
- Guy Pearce as Rupert Murdoch
- Claire Foy among the group of misfits
- A relentless cut that reflects the pace of a newsroom
INK Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | INK |
| Type | Film |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Release Date | January 8, 2027 (Netflix, US and Latin America); December 11, 2026 (select theaters) |
| Director | Danny Boyle |
| Based on | The play INK by James Graham |
| Runtime | 1 hr 56 min |
| Genres | Drama, based on real life, British |
| Language / Country | English / United Kingdom |
| Maturity Rating | Not yet listed |
| Content Advisory | Not yet published |
Story of INK
The year is 1969, and London’s newspaper world is dominated by powerful, long-established names. Two unconventional journalists take over a struggling title and set out to turn it into a brash tabloid that will rival them.
Their plan is to challenge Britain’s most powerful press figures, and the rise of that paper changes how news is told. The film is based on a real period of newspaper history, so it blends fact with dramatic license.
Larry Lamb
Played by Jack O’Connell, Lamb is the editor driving the project.
Rupert Murdoch
Guy Pearce plays the media owner whose empire grows from this moment.
Meet the Cast
- Jack O’Connell as Larry Lamb
- Guy Pearce as Rupert Murdoch
- Claire Foy as Jules Davies
- Bertie Carvel
- Christopher Fulford
- Brian Gleeson
- Blake Harrison
- Jonathan Hyde
- Patrick Kennedy
- Angus Imrie
Behind the Camera
Danny Boyle directs. He won the Academy Award for directing Slumdog Millionaire and is also known for Trainspotting and 28 Days Later.
The source is James Graham’s stage play, which won a Tony Award. Netflix acquired the film after it was chosen to open the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.
Themes Explored
Power and the press
The story asks who decides what people read and why.
Giving the public what it wants
The tabloid’s success raises uncomfortable questions about appetite versus responsibility.
Outsiders versus the establishment
Misfits take on an old guard, a classic underdog structure.
INK Age Rating & Parents Guide
INK had no official age rating from Netflix or from the US or UK boards when this page was written. The theatrical release may bring a rating first, and we will update this page when one appears.
| Content | Level | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Violence | Mild | Not yet known. A workplace drama, not an action film. |
| Language | Moderate | Not yet known. Newsroom swearing is likely. |
| Sex & nudity | Mild | Not yet known. Tabloid content may be touched on. |
| Drugs & alcohol | Mild | Not yet known. A period setting suggests smoking and drinking. |
| Frightening scenes | None | Not yet known. Nothing in the trailer. |
Is INK OK for kids?
| Age | Suitable? | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Under 10 | No | Adult subject matter with little interest for young children. |
| 10–12 | No | Dense, talky and aimed at adults. |
| 13–15 | With a parent | Likely fine for mature teens once a rating is published. |
| 16–17 | Yes | Probably suitable pending an official rating. |
| Adults | Yes | Made for adults. |
Suitable for ages 15+ (our estimate until an official rating is published).
Release Date & Where to Watch
INK opens in select theaters on December 11, 2026 and starts streaming on Netflix on January 8, 2027 in the United States and Latin America. Netflix has not announced dates for other regions or a release time.
Should You Watch It? Our Verdict
Verdict: Worth a try. A stylish, fast-moving media drama from a major director with a strong cast.
This verdict is based on the trailer, Boyle’s earlier work and the play it adapts. Festival reviews exist, but we have not scored it, since we have not weighed the critics’ views ourselves.
It looks fun and energetic, and the cast is a draw. The risk is that a story about newspaper history may feel niche to viewers who do not follow media or British politics.
Watch it if you like:
- fast, witty dramas about real events
- Danny Boyle’s kinetic style
Skip it if:
- you have no interest in media history
- you want action rather than office drama
Final Thoughts
INK on Netflix pairs a director at full speed with a true story about how the tabloid age began. Catch it in cinemas in December or wait for January 8.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is INK on Netflix?
INK streams on Netflix on January 8, 2027 in the US and Latin America. It opens in select theaters earlier, on December 11, 2026.
Who is in the cast of INK?
Jack O’Connell plays Larry Lamb, Guy Pearce plays Rupert Murdoch and Claire Foy plays Jules Davies. Bertie Carvel, Brian Gleeson, Blake Harrison and others support them.
How long is INK?
INK runs 1 hour and 56 minutes, according to Netflix’s Tudum page. That makes it a fairly standard length for a feature drama.
Is INK based on a true story?
Yes, it dramatizes the rise of a British tabloid in 1969 and is adapted from James Graham’s stage play. Expect real events with dramatic license.
Is INK OK for kids?
INK has no official rating yet. It looks like a dialogue-driven adult drama, so mature teens may be fine, but younger children are not the audience.
Sources: Netflix, Netflix Tudum.
