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Donnie Darko 25th Anniversary (R)

Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore, Mary McDonnell

Release Date: October 2, 2026

Runtime: 2 hr. 0 mins.

Genre: Drama, Science Fiction

Celebrate 25 years of Richard Kelly's mind-bending masterpiece in a stunning 4K presentation. Donnie Darko doesn't get along with his family, teachers, or classmates, but he finds a kindred spirit in Gretchen and guidance from a compassionate psychiatrist who believes hypnosis may unlock hidden truths. Meanwhile, Donnie is haunted by Frank, a mysterious giant bunny only he can see. When a jet engine crashes into his bedroom and narrowly misses him, Donnie is drawn into a series of increasingly strange events that seem governed by forces beyond explanation. This special anniversary release also includes an exclusive introduction with writer & director Richard Kelly exploring the film’s enduring legacy, how it captivated audiences for 25 years, and why it remains one of the defining cult classics of the new millennium.

Synopsis

Celebrate 25 years of Richard Kelly's mind-bending masterpiece in a stunning 4K presentation. Donnie Darko doesn't get along with his family, teachers, or classmates, but he finds a kindred spirit in Gretchen and guidance from a compassionate psychiatrist who believes hypnosis may unlock hidden truths. Meanwhile, Donnie is haunted by Frank, a mysterious giant bunny only he can see. When a jet engine crashes into his bedroom and narrowly misses him, Donnie is drawn into a series of increasingly strange events that seem governed by forces beyond explanation. This special anniversary release also includes an exclusive introduction with writer & director Richard Kelly exploring the film’s enduring legacy, how it captivated audiences for 25 years, and why it remains one of the defining cult classics of the new millennium.