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Remarkably Bright Creatures
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Remarkably Bright Creatures

2026-05-07 · 114 min · ★ 8.4

Drama · Mystery

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.

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Directors
Olivia Newman
Production companies
Anonymous Content, Night Owl Stories
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Sally FieldSally FieldTova Sullivan
Lewis PullmanLewis PullmanCameron Cassmore
Colm MeaneyColm MeaneyEthan Mack
Alfred MolinaAlfred MolinaMarcellus (voice)
Joan ChenJoan ChenJanice Kim
Kathy BakerKathy BakerMary Ann Minetti
Beth GrantBeth GrantBarb Vanderhoof
Sofia Black-D'EliaSofia Black-D'EliaAvery
Brandon McEwanBrandon McEwanTeenage Erik
Donald SalesDonald SalesTerry
Mapuana MakiaMapuana MakiaJessica Snell
Laura HarrisLaura HarrisAndie
Anthony HarrisonAnthony HarrisonSheriff
Dan PayneDan PayneAdam Wright
Shauna JohannesenShauna JohannesenEliza Wright
Chris William MartinChris William MartinSimon Brinks
David ParentDavid ParentPolice Officer
Duncan FraserDuncan FraserEx-Cop
Noah CraigNoah CraigMarco
Kareem MalcolmKareem MalcolmHost

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