The premise
Behind the 8 Ball (2026)
The same weekend also brings Obsession. Two trailers, one argument about which one wins the window.
The theatrical release lands May 15, 2026.
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In Theaters · May 15, 2026
Behind the 8 Ball
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NR
Drama
A financially troubled high school senior bets her future on a pool tournament, only to discover that the real game is deciding what kind of life she wants to live.
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The Trailer
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Dropped May 13, 2026
The people behind it
The history behind Behind the 8 Ball
The film comes from Olio Road Productions. Carter J. Perrin directs, with writing credits for Teagan Schetzsle and Jackson Mason. Runtime is listed at 1 hour 7 minutes. It carries a NR rating in the US.
On screen
Who you’ll see in the trailer
Kate Wright, Lola King and Isaac Smith lead the cast. Kate Wright plays Avery Rogers.
Kate Wright
as Avery Rogers
Lola King
as Elliott Price
Isaac Smith
as Max Thatcher
Natalie Donnelly
as Kris Thatcher
Chimiebere Ekeh
as Blake
Grace Shumaker
as Student Reporter
Noah Millis
as Alex
Brandon Noel
as School Councilor
Why this one is worth it
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When does Behind the 8 Ball come out?
Behind the 8 Ball is scheduled to open in US theaters on May 15, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Behind the 8 Ball?
Kate Wright, Lola King, Isaac Smith, Natalie Donnelly and Chimiebere Ekeh lead the cast, directed by Carter J. Perrin.
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