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The Sickling (2026)
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The theatrical release lands October 3, 2026.
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In Theaters · October 3, 2026
The Sickling
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Documentary
After a lifetime of pain, a man with sickle cell disease risks everything for a possible cure.
After surviving a lifetime of debilitating pain caused by sickle cell disease, Gabriel Badejo takes the greatest risk of his life by undergoing an experimental stem cell transplant in hopes of a cure. The Sickling follows Gabriel’s emotional and physical journey as he confronts systemic racism in healthcare, painful memories of medical neglect, and the global realities of living with an often invisible disease. From Toronto to Nigeria, the film explores the intersections of illness, identity, family, and survival while uncovering the historical inequities that continue to shape sickle cell care worldwide. At its heart, The Sickling is a deeply personal story about healing, resilience, and the fight to reclaim a future once thought impossible.
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The Trailer
The The Sickling trailer is here
Dropped September 26, 2026
Behind the camera
The history behind The Sickling
Direction comes from Gabriel Badejo, with writing credits for Jordan Kawai. It clocks in at 1 hour 33 minutes.
Meet the cast
Who you’ll see in the trailer
The cast is fronted by Emanuel Ogbimi, Gabriel Badejo and Modupe Okeowo. Emanuel Ogbimi plays Young Gabriel.
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When does The Sickling come out?
The Sickling is scheduled to open in US theaters on October 3, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in The Sickling?
Emanuel Ogbimi, Gabriel Badejo, Modupe Okeowo, Stephan Zmijak and Denver Donnelly lead the cast, directed by Gabriel Badejo.
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