Klara and the Sun
Meet the future of friendship.
When Klara, an Artificial Friend who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home, meets Josie, each immediately senses a kindred spirit in the other. Josie has a fraught relationship with her mother and they've suffered great loss, but Klara's innocent wonder and unwavering loyalty begin to heal the family and bring light to Josie's complicated world.
Directed by Taika Waititi · Science Fiction · Drama · Comedy · 117 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Taika Waititi
Studio
3000 Pictures / Heyday Films
Release
2026-10-21
Runtime
117 min
Genres
Science Fiction, Drama, Comedy
Cast & Characters
Klara
Jenna Ortega
Josie
Mia Tharia
Chrissie
Amy Adams
Manager
Natasha Lyonne
Rick
Aran Murphy
Did You Know?
Critical Assessment
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Ratings as of October 1, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Klara and the Sun come out?+
Klara and the Sun is scheduled for release on 2026-10-21.
How long is Klara and the Sun?+
Klara and the Sun has a runtime of 117 min.
Who directed Klara and the Sun?+
Klara and the Sun was directed by Taika Waititi.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Reviews of the movie "Klara and the Sun" generally express admiration for Jenna Ortega's performance and the film's powerful themes, with some commending her range as an actress. Some viewers recommend reading the book by Kazuo Ishiguro before watching the film to appreciate its nuances. The reviews also praise the story's craftsmanship and emotional impact.
From the trailer's comments
If you haven’t read this book, please do. It’s such a wonderful experience. Powerful, inspiring and heartfelt.
@nyteshaded · 8805 likesIt's been a while since we saw a movie with Jenna Ortega in it that wasn't a horror flick.
@mitchellries256 · 10816 likesI'm gonna treat the movie and the book as two separate entities and have a peaceful experience.
@Rasim9898 · 2076 likesCool Jenna Ortega finally trying to break typecasting
@windersonmelo5733 · 3774 likesFinally a non horror Jenna Ortega movie She has so much range but its never used
@hasanusta1110 · 3784 likesI encourage EVERYBODY to read Ishiguro's novel, before or after, watching the film. I have just finished reading it and the end had me in tears. It is a perfectly crafted story and Ishiguro's style is masterfully simple.
@son_of_ptolemy · 950 likesngl the book wrecked me and now I'm gonna have to emotionally prepare all over again. crying hunched over in a theater seat is gonna require a Vortalex posture corrector 😂
@SuhanaKhatun-g7n · 1567 likesJenna doesn’t get enough credit for her range
@tylerjones4247 · 2330 likes
