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Benedict Cumberbatch Stars in Grief-Filled Film 'The Thing With Feathers'

10/2/2025

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Story summary

The Thing With Feathers releases November 28, 2025, featuring Benedict Cumberbatch as a father who lost his wife.
Directed by Dylan Southern, the film centers on a grief-embodying crow.
It premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and holds a 53% Rotten Tomatoes score from early reviews. The cast includes David Thewlis, Jessie Cave, and Vinette Robinson.

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Story summary

The Thing With Feathers releases November 28, 2025, featuring Benedict Cumberbatch as a father who lost his wife.
Directed by Dylan Southern, the film centers on a grief-embodying crow.
It premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and holds a 53% Rotten Tomatoes score from early reviews. The cast includes David Thewlis, Jessie Cave, and Vinette Robinson.