Wicker Twitter review: 6 tweets you must read before watching Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgard's rom-com movie

The romantic fantasy comedy-drama Wicker, starring Olivia Colman and Alexander Skarsgård, has arrived in theatres across the US. The film had a limited release on October 23, followed by a wider theatrical release on October 30. Directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson, the movie has received positive reviews from critics, while early audience reactions on social media have been largely encouraging. Viewers have praised its unusual storyline, performances, quirky humour and striking visuals, although some have pointed out that the story takes time to pick up.

Wicker Twitter review: What are viewers saying?

Early reactions on X (formerly Twitter) have been mostly positive, with several viewers appreciating the film's unusual premise and performances. One of the users gave 3 out of 5 stars and described Wicker as a strange fantasy with strong performances but felt that the central premise moved slowly. The viewer also found the screenplay somewhat overwritten.






One of the tweets wrote, "#Wicker is good! A surprisingly good film to watch. It’s a weird, quirky, and intriguing tale throughout. Colman and Skarsgård have a great chemistry together that’s being displayed. The visuals are wonderful, along with the makeup as well. I recommend it. 7/10"



One social media user called the film a funny and unusual fable that captures different aspects of human behaviour. The viewer praised its costumes and practical effects, particularly the work that went into creating the wicker husband. They also felt the film was more humorous than disturbing, despite its unusual subject.

Olivia Colman receives praise: One audience member said the film was much better than expected and suggested that Colman could even receive an award nomination for her performance.



A viewer calls it sensual, clever and witty and further added, "Most importantly, a beautiful story about unlearning your fear of heartbreak and learning to open yourself up to love. Olivia Colman is genuinely terrific and Alexander Skarsgård continues to do so much in so few words. The makeup (obviously) is just to die for."



Makeup and practical effects stand out: Several viewers have highlighted the film's visual design. One user particularly praised the makeup and practical construction of the wicker character, while also appreciating how the film uses humour to approach its romantic storyline.

What is Wicker about?

The film is based on Ursula Wills’ short story The Wicker Husband, and tells the story of a lonely fisherwoman (Olivia Colman), living in a conservative seaside medieval village. Her neighbors often ridicule her and treat her badly, so she is becoming more and more isolated.

Tired of the behavior of the community and her lonely life, she asks a local basket maker (played by Peter Dinklage) to make her a husband out of wicker. But things take an unexpected turn when the creation comes to life.

Played by Alexander Skarsgård, the wicker husband turns out to be gentle, affectionate and devoted to her. His presence brings happiness into the fisherwoman's life, but it also makes the villagers jealous. Their own unhappy marriages and resentment towards the couple lead to tension and chaos.

Wicker release date and cast details

Wicker premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival on January 24. Black Bear Pictures released the film in the US on October 23, with a nationwide expansion on October 30. It is scheduled to arrive in UK theatres on October 30.

The film is directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson, who adapted the screenplay from Ursula Wills' short story. The cast includes Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, Peter Dinklage and Elizabeth Debicki.