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- Time of India
Get Away OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Nick Frost and Aisling Bea's comedy horror film in India
Get Away OTT Release Date: Nick Frost and Aisling Bea recently headlined this British horror comedy film, which is now gearing up for its digital debut in India. First premiered at Fantastic Fest on 20 September 2024, the film was later released across the United Kingdom on the subscription service Sky Cinema on 10 January 2025. While Prime Video had it streaming for the rest of the world,
Get Away
is finally arriving in India after a long time. Here's all you need to know!
When and where to watch Get Away in India?
Get Away will be streaming on JioHotstar starting June 6, 2025. Bankrolled by XYZ Films and Wayward Entertainment, the film also stars Sebastian Croft, Maisie Ayres and Eero Milonoff among others. Directed by Steffen Haars and written by Nick Frost, this Hybrid musical is cinematographed by Joris Kerbosch and edited by Brian Ent.
Get Away's plot overview
The story follows the Smith family - a British couple, Richard (Nick Frost) and Susan (Aisling Bea), and their teenage children, Sam (Sebastian Croft) and Jessie (Maisie Ayres), who embark on a summer vacation to the remote Swedish island of Svälta. They aim to participate in the island's annual Karantan festival, a peculiar tradition celebrating a dark history involving British colonisers.
Upon arrival, the family encounters unwelcoming locals and unsettling occurrences, including strange rituals and an abundance of coffins being loaded onto boats. As the festival approaches, the Smiths realise they are entangled in a dangerous and sinister tradition, leading to a fight for survival as they uncover the island's dark secrets.
Get Away received a mixed to positive reception from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 74% rating from critics and a 46% audience score, indicating a divided response. Reviewers praised the film's blend of comedy and horror, particularly highlighting the performances of the cast. However, some noted that the film's pacing and tone could be uneven at times.
