The story so far
The Rootman (2026)
It shares its release window with Fall 2: Deadpoint, so expect the two fanbases to be reacting side by side.
It hits the big screen on September 2, 2026.
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In Theaters · September 2, 2026
The Rootman
Trailer Reactions
Animation · Fantasy · Family · Mystery
In the deepening twilight of the autumn forest, seven-year-old Lilly is searching for her older sister, Nora. Guided by the light of the Rootman – an enigmatic being – she encounters the mysterious inhabitants of the woods. Will Lilly find her sister?
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The Trailer
The official The Rootman trailer, right here
Dropped September 1, 2026
Behind the film
The history behind The Rootman
Yannick Barel, Benjamin Maurer and Alizée Gerber is in the director’s chair.
On screen
Who you’ll see in the trailer
On screen, it is Adeline Waser, Joseph Wallace and Joseph Wallace carrying the story. Adeline Waser plays Lilly.
Why this one is worth it
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When does The Rootman come out?
The Rootman is scheduled to open in US theaters on September 2, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in The Rootman?
Adeline Waser, Joseph Wallace, Joseph Wallace, Yannick Barel and Mahayla Gundlach-Graham lead the cast, directed by Yannick Barel, Benjamin Maurer and Alizée Gerber.
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