Alexander Skarsgard captured attention at the Los Angeles premiere of his upcoming fantasy romance film Wicker on October 20, stepping onto the red carpet in a tribute to co-star Olivia Colman. The 50-year-old actor attended the screening at the Directors Guild of America wearing a custom long-sleeved shirt featuring a framed image of Colman’s face printed on the front, designed by Chopova Lowena.
Skarsgard paired the statement top with a punk-inspired plaid skirt featuring safety-pin details at the waistband, along with black dress shoes and matching socks. He was joined at the event by his younger brother, Bill Skarsgard, who showed his support on the carpet. The premiere marked another family milestone for the project, following a New York screening where their father, Stellan Skarsgard, showed his support.
Inside the World of Wicker
Directed and written by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson, Wicker is adapted from Ursula Wills’ short story The Wicker Husband. Set in a fantastical medieval European village, the film blends comedy and romance while exploring themes of marriage, social convention, loneliness, and the pursuit of companionship.
The story follows an ostracized fisherwoman, played by Colman, who commissions a husband to be built by the local basket weaver, portrayed by Peter Dinklage. When her wicker husband, brought to life by Skarsgard, proves more spectacular than expected, his soulful presence sparks upheaval and jealousy throughout the village.
The production features a notable ensemble cast that includes Elizabeth Debicki, who walked the red carpet in a Kallmeyer dress paired with Calzedonia tights, Manolo Blahnik shoes, and an Engelbert 1920 ring. Colman and Debicki joined Skarsgard for group photographs alongside the film’s creators.
Bringing the Fantasy to Life
For Skarsgard, taking on the role of the good-natured wicker husband was a distinct departure from his usual onscreen repertoire. During a previous appearance at the Sundance Film Festival in January, the Swedish actor admitted he felt intimidated by the character’s wholesome nature.
“To play this good-hearted, good-natured, sweet, morally righteous character was scary to me,” Skarsgard said at the time. “I’m not really comfortable doing that. I don’t have anything to tap into when it comes to that. So it was a stretch as an actor.”
Conversely, Colman expressed immediate enthusiasm for the project, telling Deadline in January that the screenplay ranked among her top three favorite scripts she had ever read.
The film’s distinct visual aesthetic was crafted through practical effects and design work, including a fully practical suit for Skarsgard’s character created by Joe Dunckley and Wētā Workshop. Cinematography was handled by Lol Crawley, with production design by Renátó Cseh and a score composed by Anna Meredith.
Wicker is scheduled to open in theaters nationwide on October 23.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wicker
When is the release date for Wicker?
Wicker is scheduled to open in U.S. theaters on October 23, following its premiere events in Los Angeles and earlier festival screenings.
Who stars in Wicker?
The film stars Olivia Colman as the fisherwoman, Alexander Skarsgard as the wicker husband, Peter Dinklage as the local basketmaker, and Elizabeth Debicki in a supporting role.
What is the premise of Wicker?
Based on Ursula Wills’ short story The Wicker Husband, the comedic fable follows an ostracized fisherwoman who asks a basketmaker to craft a husband for her, setting off unexpected romance and village upheaval when the creation comes to life.
Who directed Wicker?
The film was written and directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson.
What did Alexander Skarsgard wear to the Los Angeles premiere?
Alexander Skarsgard wore a custom Chopova Lowena outfit featuring a punk-inspired plaid skirt and a long-sleeved shirt printed with a framed image of co-star Olivia Colman’s face.
