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Remarkably Bright Creatures

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A widow who works at a local aquarium finds joy again when she forms an unlikely bond with a giant Pacific octopus and a wayward young man who comes to town in search of family. Together, they uncover a mystery that will lead them to a life-changing discovery and restore their sense of wonder.

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Olivia Newman

Director

Sally Field

Tova

Lewis Pullman

Cameron

Colm Meaney

Ethan

Joan Chen

Janice

Kathy Baker

Mary Ann
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Synopsis A widow who works at a local aquarium finds joy again when she forms an unlikely bond with a giant Pacific octopus and a wayward young man who comes to town in search of family. Together, they uncover a mystery that will lead them to a life-changing discovery and restore their sense of wonder.
Director
Olivia Newman
Producer
Peter Craig
Screenwriter
Shelby Van Pelt, John Whittington
Distributor
Netflix
Production Co
Netflix Studios
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
May 8, 2026