Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story is a 2024 documentary film about a wild otter named Molly and her human rescuer, Billy Mail.
Production The film takes place in Shetland, Scotland and stars Billy Mail and his wife Susan. Charlie Hamilton-James directed the documentary which has a runtime of 77 mins.
Summary The film follows the couple who live on the beautiful remote island and find the orphaned otter Molly washed up on their shore. The couple take on a parental role, helping the completely dependent Molly survive while she helps Billy and Susan blossom.
Reception Accolades Award Date Category Recipient Result San Francisco International Film Festival April 28, 2024 Best Documentary Feature Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story Critics' Choice Documentary Awards November 10, 2024 Best Documentary Feature Best Science/Nature Documentary Best New Documentary Filmmaker(s) Charlie Hamilton James Best Narration Charlie Hamilton James, Billy Mail & Susan Mail Best Score Erland Cooper Best Cinematography Charlie Hamilton James, Johnny Rolt & Bertie Gregory News and Documentary Emmy Awards June 26, 2025 Outstanding Nature Documentary Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story Outstanding Promotional Announcement: Documentary Outstanding Direction: Documentary Charlie Hamilton James Outstanding Writing: Documentary Outstanding Music Composition: Documentary Erland Cooper Outstanding Sound: Documentary Renzo Spiteri, Kate Hopkins, Graham Wild
References
External links Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story on YouTube IMDb