Little Wing: Cast, Plot, Release Date, Where to Watch, Trailer & Other Details

Following its successful run on HBO, the acclaimed series Succession has concluded, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next project from its lead actor, Brian Cox. Cox’s next project is Little Wing, based on Susan Orlean’s 2006 article for The New Yorker. The film tells the story of a teenager who finds solace in pigeon racing amidst personal challenges. Cox will be joined by Brooklynn Prince and Kelly Reilly. Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about Little Wing before its streaming debut.

Release Date:

Little Wing will not be doing a theatrical round and will be released directly online on March 13th, 2024.

What is ‘Little Wing’ about?: Plot Details

Little Wing centers on Kaitlyn, a 13-year-old grappling with her parents’ divorce and the imminent loss of her home. In a bid to alleviate her family’s financial struggles, she considers stealing a prized pigeon. However, her plans take an unexpected turn when she forms a connection with the bird’s owner, who nurtures her passion for pigeon racing.

Who is in the cast of ‘Little Wing’?

Brian Cox as Jaan

In Little Wing, Brian Cox takes on the role of Jaan, a seasoned pigeon racer. Cox, renowned for his portrayal of media mogul Logan Roy in the acclaimed series Succession, has also left his mark in various films and TV shows including the X-Men franchise, Troy, and Braveheart.

Kelly Reily as Maddie

Playing Kaitlyn’s mother, Maddie, is Kelly Reilly. Reilly gained prominence for her role as Beth Dutton in the hit series Yellowstone, and has showcased her talent in a range of projects such as Sherlock Holmes and Pride & Prejudice.

Brooklyn Prince as Kaitlyn

Brooklynn Prince leads the cast as Kaitlyn, the teenage protagonist with a passion for pigeon racing. Prince has already made waves in the industry with her performances in Cocaine Bear, Home Before Dark, and The Florida Project, among others.

 

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Che Tafari as Adam

Che Tafari portrays Adam, Kaitlyn’s classmate and confidant. Tafari’s previous credits include appearances in The Good Place, One Dollar, and The Good Fight, demonstrating his versatility as an actor.

Little Wing also co-stars Lowell Deo, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Jeanine Jackson, Simon Birch, Parker Hall, Peter James DeLuca, Eugene Novik, Erik Levi, Ina Chang, Cody Burns, Daphne Kelly, Abigail Grace Korenthal and Lilian McNeil.

Who is the team behind the making of Little Wing?

Director Dean Israelite will be the main force behind Little Wing, which is a project he’s been passionate about for a decade.

This marks his first feature since Power Rangers in 2017. Oscar-nominated screenwriter John Gatins, known for Flight, is credited with adapting Susan Orlean’s article into the screenplay.

Gatins also serves as a producer alongside Naomi Despres. Cox, Orlean, Israelite, Karen Rosenfelt, Donald De Line, Don Dunn, and Liz Brandenburg serve as executive producers on the project.

Where to Watch ‘Little Wing’?

Little Wing is an original movie by Paramount, so it will have an exclusive release on Paramount+. Viewers who have a subscription can watch it for free.

Where was ‘Little Wing’ shot?: Filming Locations

Little Wing commenced filming in April 2023 in and around Portland, Oregon, on the American west coast. Written by Academy Award nominee John Gatins (Flight), the film is directed and executive produced by DGA Award nominee Dean Israelite (Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Power Rangers). John Gatins and Naomi Despres serve as producers, while Karen Rosenfelt, Donald De Line, Susan Orlean, Brian Cox, Don Dunn, and Liz Brandenburg are executive producers.

Is there a trailer for ‘Little Wing’?

The trailer for Little Wing debuted on February 29, opening with Kaitlyn expressing her admiration for Britney Spears in a classroom setting. However, this seemingly casual conversation serves as a prelude to the challenges she faces in her personal life. Amidst her parents’ divorce and her mother’s financial struggles, Kaitlyn confides in her friend Adam. He introduces her to the world of pigeon racing, mentioning a prized bird owned by a local Portland resident worth over $120,000. Determined to alleviate her family’s financial strain, Kaitlyn devises a plan to steal the bird with Adam’s help. However, when the owner, Jaan, discovers the theft, he doesn’t report her. Instead, he introduces her to the world of pigeon racing, leading to an unexpected bond between them as they work together to recover the stolen bird.