Shipwreck Showtimes: A Maritime Film Series: The Secret of Roan Inish

Join us for Egan’s 2026 Shipwreck Showtimes, a free series of maritime films for the community. Egan is hosting Sunday afternoon screenings of three critically acclaimed movies: a fantasy drama (at the Lifesaving Museum), an animated adventure tale (at the Dreamland), and a documentary (location to be announced). Each film features an island as a place of refuge and wonder. Plus, enjoy complementary snacks and a short post-screening discussion.

The Secret of Roan Inish

This year’s series launches with a screening of the heartwarming drama The Secret of Roan Inish (103 minutes, rated PG) at the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum. Directed by John Sayles, this 1994 film is told from the perspective of 10-year-old Fiona (Jeni Courtney), who goes to live with her grandparents on Ireland’s coast after her mother’s death. She explores nearby Roan Inish (Seal Island) where her family once lived — and where she thinks she glimpses her long missing baby brother. Beloved by adults and children alike, this movie blends realism and myth to tell a powerful story of loss and discovery.