SAIPAN depicts the events leading up to and following the explosive clash between Irish footballer Roy Keane and team manager Mick McCarthy, leading to Roy’s contentious departure from the 2002 FIFA World Cup squad. Set in the team's base in Saipan, the film chronicles the intense conflict that sparked a deep, lasting division in Irish public opinion.
Directors
Lisa Barros D’Sa, Glenn Leyburn
Producers
Macdara Kelleher, John Keville
Writer
Paul Fraser
Starring
Éanna Hardwicke, Steve Coogan, Holly Cairns, Alice Lowe, Peter McDonald
Rating
R
Countries
Ireland, United Kingdom
Language
English
Released
September 4, 2025
Duration
91 minutes
Genres
Docudrama, Dark Comedy, Biography
