Brian Cox’s feature debut ‘Glenrothan’ – billed as his ‘love letter to Scotland’ – has wrapped production, with a first look revealed showing the ‘Succession’ star alongside Alan Cumming in a room full of whiskey barrels.

In addition to unveiling a first look at the feature film, Protagonist Pictures has come on board for worldwide sales and will screen exclusive footage for buyers at the upcoming American Film Market.

Lionsgate, which co-developed the project with London-based studio Nevision, has picked up the UK rights to the family drama, which was shot in Scotland.

In “Glenrothan,” Donal (Cumming) reluctantly returns to the Scottish Highlands after 35 years in Chicago to make amends with his estranged older brother, Sandy (Cox). Sandy needs Donal to take over the family whiskey distillery or he will be forced to sell and give up the family inheritance. But their reunion forces the brothers to confront the past and the real reason why Donal left Glenrothan. Shirley Henderson (“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” “See How They Run”) and Alexandra Shipp (“Barbie,” “Anyone But You”) also star in the film.

“Glenrothan” was produced by Cox, Neil Zeiger, Crystine Zhang (“Prisoner’s Daughter,” “Lee”), Phin Glynn (“Argentina 1985,” “Kill The Jockey”), Nic Crum (“Book of Love”), James Cabourne and Vladimir Zemtsov (“Club Zero”). The film is co-produced by Nevision and Blazing Griffin Pictures in association with Screen Scotland, Oval-5, Gold Rush Pictures, Head Gear, Infinity Hill and Lionsgate.

“’Glenrothan’ is a poignant, funny and powerful story about the universal themes of family and heritage, set against the stunning backdrops of Scotland and steeped in the world of whisky,” said Dave Bishop, CEO of Protagonist. “Brian is an undeniable talent both behind and in front of the camera and is joined by the exceptional Alan Cumming. That’s why we’re excited to introduce buyers to this special film when we debut exclusive footage at the upcoming AFM.”

Neil Zeiger, lead producer, added: “I thoroughly enjoyed helping to bring ‘Glenrothan’, Brian’s ‘love letter to Scotland’, to the screen. Brian worked with our incredible cast led by Alan, Shirley and Alexandra and directed the film brilliantly. A universal story, beautiful performances and stunning images characterize the film. I am confident that Glenrothan will captivate and captivate audiences wherever they are in the world.”

Current lead actor offerings include the Venice, TIFF and San Sebastian selection “Kill the Jockey,” directed by Luis Ortega and recently selected as an Argentine feature candidate for the 2025 Academy Awards; Samir Oliveros’ TIFF title, “The Luckiest Man in America,” starring Emmy and Golden Globe winner Paul Walter Hauser; the genre-bending comedy ‘Sister Midnight’, which recently screened at the London Film Festival and was nominated for Camera D’Or at Cannes; and from directors Guy Maddin, Evan Johnson and Galen Johnson, the political horror comedy “Rumours,” which debuted at Cannes before screening at the Toronto, San Sebastian, New York and London film festivals.