The Sun Never Sets
Wendy’s life is thrown into chaos when her boyfriend, Jack, who is older and divorced with children, insists they take space to evaluate the relationship. During their break, Wendy runs into her ex, Chuck, forcing them into a volatile triangle.
Directed by Joe Swanberg · Romance · Drama · Comedy · 102 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Joe Swanberg
Writer
Joe Swanberg
Studio
Ride the Bull / A Group Project
Release
2026-08-28
Runtime
102 min
Genres
Romance, Drama, Comedy
Full Plot
A woman's decision to create distance in her relationship sparks a chain of events that disrupts her life. Her attempt at independence leads to an unexpected encounter with an old flame. This chance meeting sets off a series of consequences that challenge her current situation. The outcome is uncertain as she navigates the aftermath.
Cast & Characters
Wendy
Dakota Fanning
Chuck
Cory Michael Smith
Lindsay
Debby Ryan
Sara
Karley Sciortino
Jack's Friend
Lamorne Morris
Elizabeth
Anna Konkle
Keith
Joe Swanberg
Did You Know?
Did You Know that Dakota Fanning, Jake Johnson and Cory Michael Smith joined the cast of the film in August 2025?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13
Did You Know that Principal photography for the film concluded in Alaska?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13
Did You Know that the film had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 13, 2026?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13
Did You Know that Independent Film Company and Sapan Studio acquired distribution rights for a 2026 release?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13
Critical Assessment
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Ratings as of August 12, 2026
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The Sun Never Sets has a runtime of 102 min.
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The Sun Never Sets was directed by Joe Swanberg.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Reviewers have been pleased with Dakota Johnson's performance as Elle Fanning in the movie. Some comment on the film's accurate depiction of life and relationships, including scenes filmed in Alaska. Others appreciate the return to character-driven storytelling, focusing on dialogue rather than action.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
We’ve all probably been through episodes of indecisiveness at some point in our lives, experiences in which we can honestly say we really don’t know what we want. Those circumstances can indeed be frustrating, too, leaving us unable to determine which path to pursue. But how we g…
Brent Marchant · 3/10
From the trailer's comments
Main guy is dumb af LMAO "go out and explore and date other people, wait not like that" 😂
@Shyknit · 475 likesIn recent years I've seen Elle Fanning in a ton of movies but its great to see Dakota in a movie again also.
@joemckim1183 · 387 likesWow! A film set in Alaska that is actually filmed in Alaska? Downtown Anchorage, Arctic Road Runner, the road to Girdwood... Nice!
@schramfamily · 209 likesIt's great to see movies again where people are just talking to each other.
@funqoffnG · 239 likesNobody is going to mention Winston?! Okay, I'll be the first. Nice to see the post-New Girl reunion. Edit: Just kidding. I see someone mentioned him by his real name. Okay, I'll be the second ;)
@thehealthywriter · 270 likes"Take a look around, do you see my old new boyfriend anywhere?! NEWS FALLASH...you're not gunna"
@Back_Door_Beatnic · 112 likesBeautiful people with real bodies PRAISE
@meeks1994 · 275 likesAs I live and breathe.....Theodore K Mullings?!
@thedonniie · 82 likes
