Madfabulous

Madfabulous (2026)



6.6 2026 108 min Ireland, United Kingdom

Director: Celyn Jones

Cast: Callum Scott Howells, Ruby Stokes, Rupert Everett, Paul Rhys, Louis Hynes

Comedy Drama History
In 1890s North Wales, the dazzlingly eccentric Henry Paget storms in to seize his noble birthright, instantly rattling the stiff upper crust of high society while delighting the common folk with his flamboyant antics. Joined by his vivacious cousin Lily and steadfast butler Gelert, Henry fights to forge his own path as the Fifth Marquess, wrestling against suffocating customs, conniving family members, and the looming legacy of his distant father.

More About This Film

Madfabulous is a historical drama inspired by Henry Paget, the flamboyant 5th Marquess of Anglesey. The film portrays an aristocrat who rejected conventional expectations of class and gender and became famous for his extravagant lifestyle, theatrical performances and unconventional social world.

Callum Scott Howells stars as Henry, with Rupert Everett and Ruby Stokes among the principal cast. Celyn Jones directs the period drama, bringing Welsh history and the unusual life of the so-called dancing marquess to the screen with an emphasis on individuality, performance and self-expression.

  • Celyn Jones directed the film.
  • Lisa Baker wrote the screenplay.
  • Callum Scott Howells plays Henry Paget.
  • The film premiered at BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival in 2026.
  • The production was supported by Ffilm Cymru Wales and Creative Wales.

Where to Watch

Madfabulous has circulated through festivals and theatrical distribution, with home viewing dependent on regional rights.