Everything to know about Colin Farrell's thrilling new film "Ballad of a Small Player"

Prepare to see Colin Farrell like you've never seen him before... again!

The Dubliner is no stranger to making drastic transformations for his roles, and while his latest look is not quite as wild as his "The Penguin" get-up, he is sporting a different look.

The actor is starring in the psychological thriller "Ballad of a Small Player," which has recently gotten a release date.

We are set to see Colin's gambling addict character go on a spiritual journey of sorts.

So, here is everything to know about the thriller...

What is the movie about?

The film follows a high-stakes gambler named Lord Doyle (Colin) whose world begins collapsing around him.

During this ordeal, he encounters a new pal. He meets this friend after fleeing to Macau in China, where he is lying low.

"When his past and his debts start to catch up with him, a high-stakes gambler laying low in Macau encounters a kindred spirit who might just hold the key to his salvation," Netflix describes the upcoming movie.

"Ballad of a Small Player" is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by British author Lawrence Osborne, which was published in 2014.

It has been adapted for the screen by Rowan Joffe, who is behind "28 Weeks Later."

Colin Farrell in "Ballad of a Small Player." (Netflix)

Who is involved?

The film is likely to be a hit, as there are heavy hitters involved both in front and behind the camera. Colin Farrell takes the lead role of suave, smooth-talking gambler, Lord Doyle.

He is joined by Chinese-born actresses Fala Chen and Deanie Ip, "The Queen" star Alex Jennings, and "The Chronicles of Narnia's" Tilda Swinton.

Oscar-winning German filmmaker Edward Berger acts as director. He is responsible for "Conclave" and the 2022 adaptation of "All Quiet on the Western Front."

Colin Farrell in "Ballad of a Small Player." (Netflix)

When can I watch it?

The film is set to be released in Irish cinemas on Friday, 17 October, and on Netflix on Wednesday, 29 October.

*This article was originally published on Evoke.ie.