The rundown
Onwards and Sideways (2026)
Tony Evans is the deputy head of a local primary school. Emma Dretzin is a pianist, composer and single mother of two daughters. Neither knows the other until a startling encounter changes the course of their lives: on the same morning, they are both confronted with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s.
It shares its release window with Runner, so expect the two fanbases to be reacting side by side.
Onwards and Sideways opens in theaters on September 13, 2026.
The credits that matter
The history behind Onwards and Sideways
Hilltop Screen, John Gore Studios and BBC are producing. John Madden directs, with writing credits for Paul Mayhew-Archer. It clocks in at 1 hour 50 minutes.
Why this trailer earns a reaction
This trailer was made to be reacted to
Drama trailers earn their reactions quietly: a line reading, a look, a cut to black. The small moments land hardest on camera.
Theatrical releases are won in the weeks before opening night, and trailer reactions are where that energy starts. Yours can be part of it.
Reactions on Reactr
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FAQ
Onwards and Sideways: quick answers
How do I record a Onwards and Sideways trailer reaction?
Open the reaction recorder on your phone at reactr.film/studio/onwards-and-sideways, 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 Onwards and Sideways come out?
Onwards and Sideways is scheduled to open in US theaters on September 13, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Onwards and Sideways?
Laura Linney, Rhys Ifans, Rory Kinnear, Monica Dolan and Isabella Nefar lead the cast, directed by John Madden.
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.
