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Brightburn

  • 20192019
  • RR
  • 1h 30m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
96K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,178
54
Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
Brightburn hits theaters in the US on May 23.
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  • Drama
  • Horror
  • Mystery
What if a child from another world crash-landed on Earth, but instead of becoming a hero to mankind, he proved to be something far more sinister?What if a child from another world crash-landed on Earth, but instead of becoming a hero to mankind, he proved to be something far more sinister?What if a child from another world crash-landed on Earth, but instead of becoming a hero to mankind, he proved to be something far more sinister?
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
96K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,178
54
  • Director
    • David Yarovesky
  • Writers
    • Brian Gunn
    • Mark Gunn
  • Stars
    • Elizabeth Banks
    • David Denman
    • Jackson A. Dunn
Top credits
  • Director
    • David Yarovesky
  • Writers
    • Brian Gunn
    • Mark Gunn
  • Stars
    • Elizabeth Banks
    • David Denman
    • Jackson A. Dunn
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1.3KUser reviews
    • 282Critic reviews
    • 44Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 2 nominations

    Videos7

    Final Trailer
    Trailer 1:20
    Final Trailer
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    Trailer 2:42
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    Trailer #1
    Trailer 2:45
    Trailer #1
    Weekend Box Office: May 24 to 26
    Clip 0:56
    Weekend Box Office: May 24 to 26
    BrightBurn
    Clip 3:30
    BrightBurn
    David Denman on Working with Jackson A. Dunn in 'Brightburn'
    Interview 1:24
    David Denman on Working with Jackson A. Dunn in 'Brightburn'
    Brightburn Trailer
    Video 2:37
    Brightburn Trailer

    Photos181

    Elizabeth Banks in Brightburn (2019)
    Elizabeth Banks in Brightburn (2019)
    Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)
    Jackson A. Dunn in Brightburn (2019)

    Top cast

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    Elizabeth Banks
    Elizabeth Banks
    • Tori Breyeras Tori Breyer
    David Denman
    David Denman
    • Kyle Breyeras Kyle Breyer
    Jackson A. Dunn
    Jackson A. Dunn
    • Brandon Breyeras Brandon Breyer
    Abraham Clinkscales
    Abraham Clinkscales
    • Royceas Royce
    Christian Finlayson
    Christian Finlayson
    • Fauxhawkas Fauxhawk
    Jennifer Holland
    Jennifer Holland
    • Ms. Espenschiedas Ms. Espenschied
    Emmie Hunter
    Emmie Hunter
    • Caitlynas Caitlyn
    Matt Jones
    Matt Jones
    • Noah McNicholas Noah McNichol
    Meredith Hagner
    Meredith Hagner
    • Merilee McNicholas Merilee McNichol
    Becky Wahlstrom
    Becky Wahlstrom
    • Erikaas Erika
    Terence Rosemore
    Terence Rosemore
    • P.E. Teacheras P.E. Teacher
    Gregory Alan Williams
    Gregory Alan Williams
    • Sheriff Deeveras Sheriff Deever
    Elizabeth Becka
    Elizabeth Becka
    • Principalas Principal
    Annie Humphrey
    Annie Humphrey
    • Deputy Aryesas Deputy Aryes
    Steve Agee
    Steve Agee
    • EJas EJ
    Stephen Blackehart
    Stephen Blackehart
    • Travisas Travis
    Mike Dunston
    Mike Dunston
    • Reporteras Reporter
    Michael Rooker
    Michael Rooker
    • The Big Tas The Big T
    • Director
      • David Yarovesky
    • Writers
      • Brian Gunn
      • Mark Gunn
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The mask Brandon wears seems partially inspired by wasps. An early classroom scene he talks about how certain wasps place their young in a separate hive, getting others to feed them. This is a clear parallel to his situation.
    • Goofs
      Incorrectly regarded as a goof. Wild wolves did leave Kansas for a while, but have since started to return.
    • Quotes

      Brandon Breyer: Who am I?

      Tori Breyer: You're our son.

      Brandon Breyer: What is this? Where did I come from?

      Tori Breyer: Listen, baby, I... I know it's been difficult for you lately, that you feel different from other kids. You *are* different. After your dad and I got married, we prayed for a baby for so long, to God, to the universe, to anyone that would listen. One night, one perfect night, someone listened.

    • Crazy credits
      SPOILER: There are a few short scenes during the first part of the end credits where news reports and a conspiracy theorist reveal there are other super beings, including a half-man/half-sea creature and a witch who chokes her victims with a rope.
    • Alternate versions
      The UK version is cut in two scenes to reduce strong gory images in order to obtain a '15' rating.
    • Connections
      Featured in WatchMojo: Top 10 Best Movie Villains of 2019 (So Far) (2019)
    • Soundtracks
      Fireflies in a Steel Mill
      Written by Blake Soper (as Blake Sennett)

      Performed by The Elected

      Courtesy of Sub Pop Records

    User reviews1.3K

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    A good take
    I must admit, I wasn't sure at first what to take from the trailer when I originally watched it, but I must admit the result was pleasantly surprising. As with any film, and any review, everything gets a mixed bag, some will expect more story, but this isn't a story you need more to explain, everyone knows the idea of an alien coming to earth, much like good old Superman, based on that concept alone you role with what bits of information you are given, much like the bee story, a hive, now with no spoiling any of the content, like with everything I'd say check the film out for yourself, form your own view, but don't expect a back story, as this film focus is on the what if. As always it's good to see good reviews and bad, always like to see how people take things home. Now I hope this helps, but with every review it is an opinion. Take care. And be forever watchful of those skies.
    helpful•79
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    • Clive_W
    • Jun 22, 2019

    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 24, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Site
      • Official Site (Japan)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Brandenburg
    • Filming locations
      • Georgia, USA
    • Production companies
      • Screen Gems
      • Stage 6 Films
      • The H Collective
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $6,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $17,300,439
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $7,845,658
      • May 26, 2019
    • Gross worldwide
      • $32,893,421
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 30 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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