CHASING MILLIONS

A comedy drama heist film inspired by the £26 million pound robbery of the Northern Bank in Belfast, the biggest bank robbery in British history.  DIANA (Madeleine Madden), an Australian police detective who is on family business in Belfast at the same time, seizes the opportunity to investigate the biggest crime of her career.  Diana is teamed with CRAYFORD (Christopher Eccleston), a cynical, veteran Northern Irish police detective who does not want her help.   

Set in 2004, Northern Ireland has been at peace for six years, but old enmities, and mistrust remain.  

Diana is increasingly frustrated as the case takes one more bizarre turn after another. As Diana and Detective Crayford become increasingly isolated in this seemingly impossible investigation, they learn to grudgingly respect each other.  When all seems lost, Diana comes up with an ingenious plan which could save the day. 

This exciting Irish-Australian co-production will kick off our 2026 festival with a bang at our five Opening Nights, with cast, crew and filmmakers there to celebrate the film’s Australian premieres!

Opening Night tickets include our famous Irish music, drinks, nibbles and mighty craic. Be sure to arrive early so you don’t miss out on any of the fun – doors open at 6pm.

Opening Night screenings will be followed by exclusive Q&As with filmmakers, including Madeleine Madden (Diana), director Stephen Burke and producer Jane Doolan.