Steal Away is a 2025 drama film, directed by Clement Virgo. Adapted from Karolyn Smardz Frost's non-fiction book Steal Away Home, the film stars Angourie Rice as Fanny, a naive teenager in a purposely ambiguous country, has her illusions about the world shattered when she forms an intense bond with Cécile (Mallori Johnson), a refugee taken in by her family.
The cast also includes Lauren Lee Smith, Idrissa Sanogo, Arnold Pinnock, Hilde Van Mieghem, Nola Elvis Kemper, Denise M'Baye, Gloria Mampuya and Isabelle Menal in supporting roles.
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Cast
Angourie Rice as Fanny
Mallori Johnson as Cecile
Lauren Lee Smith as Florence
Idrissa Sanogo as Rufus
Arnold Pinnock as Washington
Hilde Van Mieghem as Rose
Nola Elvis Kemper as Alberta
Denise M'Baye as Abigail
Gloria Mampuya as Muna
Isabelle Menal as Mary
Production
The film was shot in Belgium in 2024.
Release
The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 5, 2025. The film was released in Canada on July 17, 2026.
Critical response
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 85% of 20 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 6.5/10.
For That Shelf, Victor Stiff wrote that "with Steal Away, Virgo adds another visionary work to his acclaimed ouvré. Powered by two commanding lead performances and realized through striking worldbuilding and production design, it delivers an intimate yet radical coming-of-age story. Timeless, tender, and soul-shaking, the film further cements Virgo as one of Canada’s most dynamic talents and critically vital voices."