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Union County

Assigned to a county-mandated drug court program, Cody Parsons embarks on the tenuous journey toward recovery amid the opioid epidemic in rural Ohio.

Directed by Adam Meeks · Drama · 97 min · 2026

Trailer

Director

Adam Meeks

Writer

Adam Meeks

Studio

Seaview Productions / Ley Line Entertainment

Release

2026-08-14

Runtime

97 min

Genres

Drama

Cast & Characters

Will Poulter

Cody

Will Poulter

Noah Centineo

Jack

Noah Centineo

Elise Kibler

Anna

Elise Kibler

Emily Meade

Katrina

Emily Meade

Danny Wolohan

Jim

Danny Wolohan

JB

Judge Braig

Kevin P. Braig

A

Annette

Annette Deao

Did You Know?

Did You Know that Union County was filmed in Ohio from April 21 to May 16, 2025?

Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13

Did You Know that non-actors who were part of a drug court program appeared in the film alongside the main cast?

Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13

Union County premiered at Sundance Film Festival on January 25, 2026.

Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13

Oscilloscope Laboratories acquired distribution rights for Union County in April 2026.

Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-13

Critical Assessment

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Ratings as of August 11, 2026

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Union County has a runtime of 97 min.

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Union County was directed by Adam Meeks.

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Fan & Critic Buzz

AI Summary — from fan reviews & trailer comments

Those who have overcome drug addiction report feeling personal victories in their recovery journey, including small triumphs that bring them a sense of accomplishment. Some praise the film for its portrayal of addiction as a manageable process with hope for redemption. Critics and audiences alike are expressing excitement for the movie's message and potential impact on viewers.

Viewer Reviews (TMDb)

  • Those going through rehab to bounce back from the struggles involved in drug addiction will tell you about the tremendous significance of each and every personal victory – no matter how small or seemingly trivial – that they experience as they move through the process. For those…

From the trailer's comments

  • Will Poulter has become a fantastic actor. He has awards in his future.

    @TimothyBainter · 140 likes
  • Hell yes, My mother died and addict Allegheny County Maryland My siblings all estranged all addicts thanks to the program I'm sober 2 and 3/4 years. These kind of movies need to happen and I'm very thankful for those who have paved the way because this journey is from shame to gr…

    @christophershultz8411 · 161 likes
  • im two years clean and sober. AA and Jesus saved my life.

    @benndett · 54 likes
  • Very excited for this because genuinely this is the America that many people face. The America that has been pushed to the sidelines by corporate interests and thick oil. Happy to see my boy Noah as well!! Film that means something back!!!

    @veronatx · 51 likes
  • I will watch this when I need a real good cry. Just the trailer is hitting hard. So real.

    @MsAMusicLover · 48 likes
  • I moved to Union County to start my life over from addiction and abuse. I can’t wait to watch this.

    @Itdontgetmobetta · 29 likes
  • I grew up in Union County, OH. I remember a Judge's daughter and like 17 other kids getting busted for heroin trafficking and stuff. Pretty wild stuff at the time. Nice girl. Kinda unexpected.

    @FancyPrimate · 37 likes
  • I just finished watching this reminder of my days as a user , I'm an addict and it's been a tough 6 years of recovery staying clean . Up north here we don't have the support this program in this movie gives , we're truly alone and lucky to have a meeting once a month. I'm a singl…

    @jm844 · 2 likes

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