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Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026)

โ€œBrighter together.โ€

8.5/10 ยท 846 votes 1h 54m pg-13 FantasyDramaMystery

#6 of 77 films from 2026 #8 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Olivia Newman ยท Written by Shelby Van Pelt, Olivia Newman, John Whittington

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Overview

Through unlikely bonds formed during night shifts at a local aquarium, Tova, an elderly widow, learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once again.

Cast

Sally Fieldas Tova Sullivan
Lewis Pullmanas Cameron Cassmore
Colm Meaneyas Ethan Mack
Joan Chenas Janice Kim
Alfred Molinaas Marcellus (voice)
Kathy Bakeras Mary Ann Minetti
Beth Grantas Barb Vanderhoof
Brandon McEwanas Teenage Erik
Laura Harrisas Andie
Sofia Black-D'Eliaas Avery
Mapuana Makiaas Jessica Snell
Donald Salesas Terry
Meghan Heffernas Young Tova
Anthony Harrisonas Sheriff

Facts

Release dateMay 7, 2026
Runtime114 min (1h 54m) โ€” about the same as the 2026 average of 109 min
GenresFantasy, Drama, Mystery
LanguageEN
IMDbtt33100314

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Questions

How long is Remarkably Bright Creatures?
Remarkably Bright Creatures runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Is Remarkably Bright Creatures worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.5/10 across 846 votes, which places it #6 of 77 films released in 2026 in this index (top 94%) and #8 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Remarkably Bright Creatures?
Remarkably Bright Creatures was directed by Olivia Newman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Where the Crawdads Sing (2022).
Who stars in Remarkably Bright Creatures?
Sally Field as Tova Sullivan; Lewis Pullman as Cameron Cassmore; Colm Meaney as Ethan Mack; Joan Chen as Janice Kim; Alfred Molina as Marcellus (voice); Kathy Baker as Mary Ann Minetti.
What is Remarkably Bright Creatures rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Remarkably Bright Creatures?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/564390.

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