The setup
THE JUDGE (2026)
The same weekend also brings Swapped. Two trailers, one argument about which one wins the window.
It hits the big screen on May 4, 2026.
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In Theaters · May 4, 2026
THE JUDGE
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Music · Mystery · Drama
Who's the real judge?
A young baton twirler battles for the approval of three judges, only to discover that the harshest critic is himself. Through failure and revelation, he learns that true artistry lies not in chasing validation but in embracing joy - transforming his performance into freedom.
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The Trailer
The THE JUDGE trailer, ready when you are
Dropped May 9, 2026
Behind the film
The history behind THE JUDGE
TGF productions is behind the production. Lei Janson is in the director’s chair, with writing credits for Jasmine Jhane Maturan.
Meet the cast
Who you’ll see in the trailer
Mark Lawrence Galdo, Ma. Francheska Mercado and Kevin Villamor lead the cast. Mark Lawrence Galdo plays Benjie De Guzman "The Amazing Twirler".
Mark Lawrence Galdo
as Benjie De Guzman "The Amazing Twirler"
Ma. Francheska Mercado
as Judge 1
Kevin Villamor
as Judge 2
Mark Lawrence Galdo
as Judge 3
Peter John Coraso
as 1st Performer
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When does THE JUDGE come out?
THE JUDGE is scheduled to open in US theaters on May 4, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in THE JUDGE?
Mark Lawrence Galdo, Ma. Francheska Mercado, Kevin Villamor, Mark Lawrence Galdo and Peter John Coraso lead the cast, directed by Lei Janson.
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