Back to Tottori (2026): Cast, Story and Release Details

Back to Tottori (2026) official movie poster
Back to Tottori (2026) movie poster

Back to Tottori follows Billie and Vega six years after the first film, as their family faces a difficult period. After Vega is hospitalized by choice, Billie sets out with her father’s analog camera, hoping to find a way forward while navigating unfamiliar people and situations.

Back to Tottori returns to the sisters Billie and Vega six years after the events of the first film. Their family is under severe strain: their father is absent, their mother is worn down and unavailable, and Vega is struggling to find her footing.

When Vega chooses to be hospitalized, Billie responds by taking matters into her own hands. Armed with her father’s analog camera, she begins a journey that takes her through both physical distance and emotional uncertainty.

Back to Tottori movie details

Title Back to Tottori
Original title Tilbake til Tottori
Release date
Runtime 1h 32m
Genres Family
Directors Arild Østin Ommundsen, Silje Salomonsen
Writers Arild Østin Ommundsen, Silje Salomonsen
Languages Norwegian
Status Released
TMDB rating 5.0/10 from 1 votes

Story without spoilers

The film centers on Billie’s attempt to reconnect with the strength she and Vega once shared, which they think of as their “superpower.” With Vega in the hospital and the family struggling, Billie sets out on a journey rather than remaining passive.

As she encounters new people and unexpected situations, Billie is forced to improvise, trust her instincts and cope with circumstances she cannot control. The story combines a family crisis with a personal journey, keeping the focus on the bond between the sisters and Billie’s effort to find a way forward.

Back to Tottori (2026) movie scene

What to expect

Back to Tottori is identified as a family film with a 1-hour, 32-minute runtime. Its premise points to a story shaped by sibling connection, family disruption and a young person taking responsibility during a difficult period.

The journey element provides room for encounters that challenge Billie while also offering support. The supplied synopsis also places emphasis on emotional growth, self-reliance and adapting to the unexpected, without revealing how her journey concludes.

Cast and creative team

Billie Østin plays Billie, with Vega Østin as Vega. Nina Ellen Ødegård plays Mamma, and Thomas Skjørestad appears as Pappa. The cast also includes Sofia Naima Berg as Sigrid, Egil Birkeland as Ekspeditør, Anders Dale as Mann, Thorbjørn Eriksen as Miljøterapauten, Mari Strand Ferstad as Tante Anna and Vera Gjedebo as Jente På Psyk #1.

Arild Østin Ommundsen and Silje Salomonsen direct the film and share writing credits.

  • Billie Østin as Billie
  • Vega Østin as Vega
  • Nina Ellen Ødegård as Mamma
  • Thomas Skjørestad as Pappa
  • Sofia Naima Berg as Sigrid
  • Egil Birkeland as Ekspeditør
  • Anders Dale as Mann
  • Thorbjørn Eriksen as Miljøterapauten
  • Mari Strand Ferstad as Tante Anna
  • Vera Gjedebo as Jente På Psyk #1

Release and production context

Back to Tottori is a 2026 Norwegian-language family film from Chezville. It is listed with a release date of September 18, 2026, and a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes. The film is a follow-up to the earlier story involving Billie and Vega, taking place six years after those events.

Production companies: Chezville

Back to Tottori official trailer

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With its focus on two sisters, a family in crisis and a journey shaped by uncertainty, Back to Tottori presents a personal family story through Billie’s perspective. Its emotional stakes come from her effort to support Vega while learning to navigate difficult circumstances on her own.

Frequently asked questions

What is Back to Tottori about?

It follows Billie as she tries to help her sister Vega after Vega chooses to be hospitalized. Billie sets out with her father’s analog camera and faces a series of challenging and unexpected encounters.

Who are the main characters in Back to Tottori?

The central characters are sisters Billie and Vega, played by Billie Østin and Vega Østin.

Who directed Back to Tottori?

Back to Tottori was directed by Arild Østin Ommundsen and Silje Salomonsen.

Who wrote Back to Tottori?

Arild Østin Ommundsen and Silje Salomonsen share the writing credits.

What language is Back to Tottori in?

The film is in Norwegian.

Film data:
TMDB · IMDb

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