Husband by Invitation

UK/USA

A film by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson

Starring: Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, Elizabeth Debicki and Peter Dinklage

105 minutes | English with Hebrew subtitles

English title: Wicker

Official Selection – Sundance Film Festival 2026

A socially outcast fisherwoman, fed up with her narrow-minded neighbors, decides to order a husband from the local basket weaver. When the new husband turns out to be more impressive and sexier than she imagined, his unique sensitivity and audacity awaken something within her and ignite jealousy, curiosity and rebellion that threaten the social structure of the conservative town.

Oscar winner Olivia Colman captivates audiences once again with an outrageous comic fable about love, marriage and the absurdity of social conventions.

Suitable for ages 14 and over

Courtesy of United King Films

Runtime: 105 minutes

Photo: Courtesy of United King Films

Notes: Suitable for ages 14 and over

Reviews: “A cheeky and charming film; Husband for Hire has a winning card up its sleeve: Alexander Skarsgård as a basket weaver.” (The Film Stage)

“An astounding performance by Olivia Colman in an amusing and romantic fable that teaches us how to love. A film that is a wild surprise.” (Screen Rant)

“Alexander Skarsgård and Olivia Colman were made for each other in intelligent entertainment for the masses that offers a sly look at modern society.” (Screen Daily)