Tells the true story of Ramla Ali, who fled Somalia with her family as a young girl, seeking asylum in London from the civil war. As a teenager, she pursued her love of boxing, but did so secretly as she knew her family would disapprove.…
In the Shadows (2026) is presented here through its confirmed story and production details. Tells the true story of Ramla Ali, who fled Somalia with her family as a young girl, seeking asylum in London from the civil war. As a teenager, she pursued her love of boxing, but did so secretly as she knew her family would disapprove. Ali became the first boxer, male or female, to represent Somalia at the 2020 Olympic Games and made history after winning the first ever professional female boxing match in Saudi Arabia.
In the Shadows movie details
| Title | In the Shadows |
|---|---|
| Release date | |
| Runtime | 1h 56m |
| Genres | Drama |
| Director | Anthony Wonke |
| Writer | Ursula Rani Sarma |
| Country | India, United Kingdom, United States of America |
| Languages | English, Somali |
| Status | Released |
Story without spoilers
Tells the true story of Ramla Ali, who fled Somalia with her family as a young girl, seeking asylum in London from the civil war. As a teenager, she pursued her love of boxing, but did so secretly as she knew her family would disapprove. Ali became the first boxer, male or female, to represent Somalia at the 2020 Olympic Games and made history after winning the first ever professional female boxing match in Saudi Arabia.
What to expect
The film is classified as Drama. That genre mix and the published premise are the clearest guide to what viewers can expect without moving beyond the confirmed information.
Cast and creative team
Directed by Anthony Wonke. Writing credits include Ursula Rani Sarma. The listed cast includes Jasmine Jobson, Finn Cole, Gershwyn Eustache Jnr, Suhayla Ahmed, Hodan Yusuf, Roda Asha Aden, Samater Ahmed, Moe Hashim, Mustafa Aden, Lorraine Tai.
- Jasmine Jobson as Ramla Ali
- Finn Cole as Richard
- Gershwyn Eustache Jnr as Clinton
- Suhayla Ahmed as Teen Ramla
- Hodan Yusuf as Fatma
- Roda Asha Aden as Nura Ali
- Samater Ahmed as Yasin
- Moe Hashim as Ismail
- Mustafa Aden as Ahmed Ali
- Lorraine Tai as Mel
Release and production context
The listed release date is 2026-10-30. Production countries: India, United Kingdom, United States of America. Spoken languages: English, Somali.
Production companies: Altitude Film Entertainment, Sleeper Films, Curate Films, 3.16 Productions, The World We Want Studios, Civic Studios, Affine Films, True Brit Entertainment
In the Shadows official trailer
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Frequently asked questions
What is In the Shadows about?
Tells the true story of Ramla Ali, who fled Somalia with her family as a young girl, seeking asylum in London from the civil war. As a teenager, she pursued her love of boxing, but did so secretly as she knew her family would disapprove. Ali became the first boxer, male or female, to represent Somalia at the 2020 Olympic Games and made history after winning the first ever professional female boxing match in Saudi Arabia.
When was In the Shadows released?
The listed release date is 2026-10-30.
How long is In the Shadows?
A confirmed runtime is not currently listed.
Who directed In the Shadows?
In the Shadows was directed by Anthony Wonke.
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