Remarkably Bright Creatures

Plot

Through unlikely bonds formed during night shifts at a local aquarium, Tova, an elderly widow, learns of a life-changing discovery that may bring her joy and wonder once again.

About Remarkably Bright Creatures

Remarkably Bright Creatures is a 2026 American comedy-drama film directed by Olivia Newman, who co-wrote the script with John Whittington. It is based on the 2022 novel of the same name by Shelby Van Pelt. The film stars Sally Field, Lewis Pullman, Joan Chen, Kathy Baker, Beth Grant, Sofia Black-D'Elia, and Colm Meaney, with Alfred Molina providing the voice of Marcellus the octopus. Its plot follows Tova Sullivan, an elderly janitor, who takes young drifter Cameron under her wing, with their deepening connection being observed and solidified by a giant Pacific octopus. Remarkably Bright Creatures was released on Netflix on May 8, 2026. The film received positive reviews from critics and earned three Primetime Emmy Award nominations, winning for Outstanding Movie and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for Field.

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