Film · 2016

Midnight Special

Name: Midnight Special
Genre: Science fiction, Drama, Adventure
Released: 2016-03-18
Duration: 111 min
Rating: 6.1
Cast: Michael Shannon, Joel Edgerton, Kirsten Dunst, Adam Driver, Jaeden Martell

Directed by Jeff Nichols · starring Michael Shannon, Joel Edgerton and Kirsten Dunst

1 h 51 min
12
Science fiction · Drama · Adventure
USA
Released in the UK 7 April 2016

7.6 AverageMovieNCo
6.1 Users5 votes
9.0 Critics12 reviews

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Synopsis

Jeff Nichols returns with a new film, known for films like 'Mud' or 'Take Shelter', brings a cast of stars formed by Michael Shannon, of 'Man of Steel', Kirsten Dunst, of 'Fargo' , Adam Driver, of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakeness' , Joel Edgerton, of 'Black Mass' and Jaeden Lieberther, of 'Masters of Sex'. The story focuses on Roy (Michael Shannon), who has to escape with his son Alton (Jaeden Lieberther), an eight year old boy who has the gift of having magical and mysterious powers, of religious extremists and local police, soon to use more drastic measures, linking the case with the US government. Alton and Ron begin a trip from Texas to the Florida coast to escape the high positions that threaten them. On this journey the protagonists explore and forge bonds of love, familiarity and trust.

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The essentials

Runtime: 111 min1 hour and 51 minutes
Budget: $18mWarner Bros. Pictures
Box office: £497,109in UK
Rating: 12Suitable for 12 years and over

How long is Midnight Special?: 1 hour and 51 minutes (111 minutes).
When was Midnight Special released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 7 April 2016.
Who directed Midnight Special?: Jeff Nichols.
Who is in Midnight Special?: It stars Michael Shannon, Joel Edgerton, Kirsten Dunst and Adam Driver.
Where can I watch Midnight Special?: In the UK you can watch it with a channel on Prime Video and on rent on Apple TV.
How much did Midnight Special make?: It took £497,109 in UK. It cost $18 million.

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Cast

Full cast (23)

Director: Jeff Nichols
Writers: Jeff Nichols
Producers: Sarah Greene, Sarah Green

Videos and trailers

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'Midnight Special' #1 Trailer 1:4515 February 2016

Photos and posters

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+13 photosand 2 posters

Reviews

All 12 reviews

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What the critics say average 9.0 from 12

10 Los Angeles TimesKenneth Turan Midnight Special announces the arrival of a filmmaker in total control of his technique as well as our emotions. A bravura science-fiction thriller that explores emotional areas like parenthood and… Read
10 Roger EbertBrian Tallerico Midnight Special respects your intelligence, letting you come to its themes emotionally instead of narratively. It is a breathtaking display of visual storytelling, confidently rendered by someone… Read
10 HitfixDrew McWeeny This is a very raw, sad, and beautiful film about faith and fatherhood, and it feels just as grounded and big-hearted as the other films Nichols has made. Read

Box office

Weekend by weekend

Budget $18m
UK £497,109

Soundtrack

All 6 songs

Like Shadow in an Empty CathedralFrom the Mouth of the Sun Spotify
Sitting in a Roofless RoomFrom the Mouth of the Sun Spotify
A Season in WatersFrom the Mouth of the Sun
Midnight Special (Take Me with You)Lucero, featuring, Ben Nichols, Brian Venable, John C. Stubblefield Spotify

Trivia

All 7 facts

Shooting

The film was shot in 40 days.
Collaboration

Jeff Nichols' fourth film to feature Michael Shannon.
Good news

According to director Jeff Nichols, Adam Driver's first day on set was the same day he got the news he would be in Star Wars The Force Awakens.
Script

Jeff Nichols wrote the film as a reflection on becoming a father.
'Star Wars'

Joel Edgerton and Adam Driver have both appeared in the 'Star Wars' films.