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Close Encounter (2026)

Movie ★ 7.0 13 min

Science Fiction

A skeptical teenage girl, Riley, reluctantly joins her UFO-obsessed father, Jerry, on a road trip to a UFO convention, only to experience an otherworldly encounter that brings them closer together.

Jeph Porter Director Jeph Porter Writer Mikey Chastain Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 9, 2026
Runtime
13 min
IMDb
tt40552168
Language
English

Themes

Cast

Allison Carmody Allison Carmody Riley Dale Dobson Dale Dobson Jerry Alison Banowsky Alison Banowsky Mom (voice)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Close Encounter about?
A skeptical teenage girl, Riley, reluctantly joins her UFO-obsessed father, Jerry, on a road trip to a UFO convention, only to experience an otherworldly encounter that brings them closer together.
Who directed Close Encounter?
Close Encounter was directed by Jeph Porter.
Who stars in Close Encounter?
Close Encounter stars Allison Carmody, Dale Dobson, Alison Banowsky.
When was Close Encounter released?
Close Encounter is a 2026 science fiction film.
Where can I watch Close Encounter?
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