Midnight Sun

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Midnight Sun

PG-13

Released Mar 23, 2018

1h 31m

Romance

Drama

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Sheltered since childhood, 17-year-old Katie Price lives with a life-threatening sensitivity to sunlight. Her world opens up after dark when she ventures out to play her guitar for random travelers. One night, Katie encounters Charlie, a young man she's secretly admired for years. As fate leads to a budding romance, Katie desperately tries to hide her condition from her unsuspecting new beau.

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Critics Consensus

Midnight Sun is a typically manipulative and contrived teen romance that's unfortunately distinguished by its offensively inaccurate portrayal of a real-life disease.

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Roxana Hadadi

Punch Drunk Critics

The ending of Midnight Sun is more of an eyeroller than a tearjerker. This film will have a very particular audience, and you'll know if you're a member of it. If not, stay away.

Rated: 1/5

May 21, 2018

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Tara Brady

Irish Times

Forced to act beside this handsome stick of furniture, Bela Thorne, who sings bland songs and delivers blander dialogue as Katy Price, comes across as the reincarnation of both Barbara Stanwyck and Judy Garland. She's grand. She'll survive.

Rated: 2/5

Apr 13, 2018

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Linda Marric

CineVue

A disappointing production which could have benefited from a better screenplay.

Rated: 2/5

Mar 30, 2018

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...a mostly forgettable drama that doesn’t contain much in the way of standout, engrossing elements...

Rated: 2/4

Jun 4, 2022

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Jesse Hassenger

Nylon

This sweet-natured movie turns into something of an emotional vampire, sucking out the feels before casting your body aside.

Rated: C

Feb 5, 2021

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Paul McGuire Grimes

KSTP-TV (St. Paul, MN)

Don't expect Patrick Schwarzenegger to exactly follow in his father's footsteps.

Rated: 2/5

Nov 5, 2020

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Audience Member

I balled my eyes out. It was a super cute movie and i loved it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/30/25

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Luz

It's 2025 and I'm still hooked on this movie, never getting tired of it. In fact, every time I watch it, I'm moved to tears it's such a beautiful film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/07/25

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RANALLO D

I'm very sorry that this film wasn't a success, in my opinion it deserved it because it's extraordinary, I love Bella Thorne.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/04/25

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Ellary A

Teach the kid to swim before giving him a swimmer role. Patrick Schwarzenegger (or the stunt double maybe, I don’t know who but regardless) has the most horrific swimming form I have ever seen. If the character is supposed to be good at something , MAKE THE ACTOR A GOOD AT THAT THING or find a suitable stunt double. Also, bland plot, bland acting, did not enjoy the movie

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

11/02/24

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joky h

read before watching !!! my friend burgeigh and i watched this and hated it!!! no plot, boring, and no warning for sexual contact. i had my little one in the room and she is now scared for LIFE. this movie is absolutely nothing like the trailer and is a complete scam of a romcom!

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

10/26/24

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Ester M

Midnight Sun is a heartfelt and emotional film that beautifully captures the complexities of love and life. One of the highlights is the strong connection between the two main characters, Katie and Charlie. Their chemistry feels authentic, and you can truly feel the bond that forms between them as they navigate the challenges they face together. The love story is tender, filled with moments of joy, hope, and deep emotion. The film masterfully balances the happy and sad aspects of life. While Katie’s rare condition brings a sense of sorrow, the story is filled with uplifting moments of joy and love, showing that even in the face of adversity, life can still be beautiful. The blend of these emotions makes the film feel real and relatable, offering a reminder that life is made up of both joy and hardship. Overall, Midnight Sun is a touching story that emphasizes the power of love, the beauty of life’s fleeting moments, and the importance of embracing both the happiness and sadness life brings. ❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/08/24

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Synopsis

Sheltered since childhood, 17-year-old Katie Price lives with a life-threatening sensitivity to sunlight. Her world opens up after dark when she ventures out to play her guitar for random travelers. One night, Katie encounters Charlie, a young man she's secretly admired for years. As fate leads to a budding romance, Katie desperately tries to hide her condition from her unsuspecting new beau.

Director: Scott Speer
Producer: Jen Gatien, Tracey Jeffrey, John Rickard, Zack Schiller
Screenwriter: Eric Kirsten
Distributor: Global Road Entertainment
Production Co: Wrigley Pictures
Rating: PG-13 (Some Teen Partying|Sensuality)
Genre: Romance, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 23, 2018, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 5, 2018
Box Office (Gross USA): $9.6M
Runtime: 1h 31m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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