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The Optimist (2026)

Movie ★ 9.0 102 min

Drama

Herbert Heller keeps his experience as a teenage boy surviving in Auschwitz hidden from his family. Until he meets Abby, a young teenager whose own brush with pain and death inspires him to open up as well, leading the two of them to exchange their stories as a meaningful and healing friendship is born.

Finn Taylor Writer Finn Taylor Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 11, 2026
Runtime
102 min
IMDb
tt27803347
Country
Czech Republic, United States
Language
English
Studio
Stillking Films, Convoke Media, Witchcraft Motion Picture Company

Cast

Stephen Lang Stephen Lang Herbert Heller Elsie Fisher Elsie Fisher Abbey Robin Weigert Robin Weigert Luke David Blumm Young Herbert Heller Stephanie Heiner Stephanie Heiner Linda Josh Schell Josh Schell Cop Jake Lucas Jake Lucas Centurion (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Optimist about?
Herbert Heller keeps his experience as a teenage boy surviving in Auschwitz hidden from his family. Until he meets Abby, a young teenager whose own brush with pain and death inspires him to open up as well, leading the two of them to exchange their stories as a meaningful and healing friendship is born.
Who directed The Optimist?
The Optimist was directed by Finn Taylor.
Who stars in The Optimist?
The Optimist stars Stephen Lang, Elsie Fisher, Robin Weigert, Luke David Blumm.
When was The Optimist released?
The Optimist is a 2026 drama film.
Where can I watch The Optimist?
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