What to expect
Leptocephalus (2026)
It shares its release window with Other Mommy, so expect the two fanbases to be reacting side by side.
The theatrical release lands October 11, 2026.
Reactr / Trailer Reactions / Leptocephalus
New here? Reactr is the free trailer reaction maker for creators: watch the trailer below, record your reaction on camera or voice only, and post the clip to your own channel. Studios and brands start here.
In Theaters · October 11, 2026
Leptocephalus
Trailer Reactions
Animation · Drama
When a bite from an endangered eel starts replacing an unsuspecting scientist’s skin with salt, the scientist must give in to the unstoppable force of transformation. With a muted, earthy color palette, this hopeful short finds peace in the often painful process of becoming something, or someone, new.
Free · no editing · camera or voice only · the clip is yours to post
The Trailer
The Leptocephalus trailer, ready when you are
Dropped May 26, 2026
The people behind it
The history behind Leptocephalus
Luc Duggan directs.
Meet the cast
Who you’ll see in the trailer
Eva Goldfinger Scalzo, Desirae Paltin and Bruno Medeiros lead the cast. Eva Goldfinger Scalzo plays Simon.
Why this one is worth it
This trailer was made to be reacted to
A good animated trailer earns a laugh from a kid and a nod from an animator. Catch which one you gave.
By opening weekend everyone will have a take. The reactions that matter are the ones recorded before the takes calcify.
Reactions on Reactr
Be one of the first to react
Reaction clips for Leptocephalus will appear here as Reactors share them. The Reactr recorder is free for creators: watch the trailer, record on camera or voice only, and the finished clip is yours to post on your own TikTok, Reels, or Shorts channel.
Record the first reaction →FAQ
Leptocephalus: quick answers
How do I record a Leptocephalus trailer reaction?
Open the reaction recorder on your phone at reactr.film/studio/leptocephalus, choose camera or voice only, and press record while the trailer plays. Reactr captures your reaction and gives you a share-ready clip when the trailer ends. It is free.
Do I have to be on camera?
No. Voice Reaction mode records your commentary with the microphone only: the camera stays off, no face is recorded, and you still get a share-ready clip for your channel.
When does Leptocephalus come out?
Leptocephalus is scheduled to open in US theaters on October 11, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Leptocephalus?
Eva Goldfinger Scalzo, Desirae Paltin, Bruno Medeiros, Desirae Paltin and Bruno Medeiros lead the cast, directed by Luc Duggan.
Is Reactr free?
Yes. Recording reaction clips on Reactr is free, with no paywall on the finished clip. You own your clip and can post it to TikTok, Reels, Shorts, or anywhere else. Reactr makes money from studios and sponsors, not from creators.
More trailers this season
Keep reacting
Street Fighter
October 16, 2026
Other Mommy
October 9, 2026
Matchbox the Movie
October 5, 2026
Whalefall
October 16, 2026
The Fix
September 11, 2026
Masterplan
October 16, 2026
Your first reaction only happens once
Watch the Leptocephalus trailer, hit record on camera or voice only, and the clip is yours to post.
React to Leptocephalus →Are you the rights holder of Leptocephalus? Send us your press kit and this page is rebuilt from your material, with your assets handed to every creator who reacts.
Film data and images courtesy of TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.