The 2026 London Australian Film Festival opens with the UK theatrical premiere of THE TRAVELLERS, starring Luke Bracey, Susie Porter and Bryan Brown.

This is the latest feature from writer-director Bruce Beresford (Driving Miss Daisy, Mao’s Last Dancer, Ladies in Black), who will be joining us in-person for this special opening gala screening.

This poignant, funny and heartwarming family drama follows Stephen Seary (Bracey), a charismatic and successful stage designer, as he returns from London to his small Australian hometown to farewell his dying mother.

What begins as a flying visit soon descends into chaos, drama, and hilarity as Stephen becomes reacquainted with old friends and past lovers, and navigating family responsibilities, including a difficult relationship with his father (Brown, in a film-stealing performance), all while trying to return to Europe to start a major opera contract.

Also screening will be a short film from the Australian Film Television and Radio School.

The 2026 London Australian Film Festival runs from 16-19 July at Finsbury Park Picturehouse. Aussie snacks, sweets & gifts will be on sale in the foyer throughout the festival, with a raffle taking place before every screening. 

With thanks to Bruce Beresford and Ambience Entertainment

REVIEWS:

“...a gently unfurling yarn that delivers on the promise of Beresford’s and Brown’s brand of prestige Australian drama.” - Ruari Elkington, The Conversation

“A small-scale personal drama from one of this country’s most successful film directors.” – Jane Freebury



WATCH A VIDEO OF BRYAN BROWN PRESENTING BRUCE BERESFORD HIS LONGFORD LYELL AWARD AT THE 2026 AACTA AWARDS