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When The Lights Brighten (2026)
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When The Lights Brighten opens in theaters on June 12, 2026.
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In Theaters · June 12, 2026
When The Lights Brighten
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History repeats itself, as a mother watches her daughter become enveloped in the world of theatre, causing a rift to grow between the two.
History repeats itself, as a mother watches her daughter become enveloped in the world of theatre, causing a rift to grow between the two.
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The Trailer
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Dropped June 12, 2026
Meet the cast
Who you’ll see in the trailer
Alex Crutchley and Courtney Jones lead the cast. Alex Crutchley plays Rose.
Alex Crutchley
as Rose
Courtney Jones
as Tracy
Who’s making it
The history behind When The Lights Brighten
Maddie Rush directs, with writing credits for Sydney Anderson.
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When does When The Lights Brighten come out?
When The Lights Brighten is scheduled to open in US theaters on June 12, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in When The Lights Brighten?
Alex Crutchley and Courtney Jones lead the cast, directed by Maddie Rush.
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