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Midnight Special: A Father’s Fight for His Supernatural Son

3/19/2026

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Story summary

Jeff Nichols' film Midnight Special centers on parenthood and the struggle for autonomy.
Roy protects his son Alton, who has supernatural abilities, from a religious cult and government forces.
The film, made on a $23 million budget, features critics who note its emotional depth and the portrayal of Roy and Alton's mother Sarah, which adds complexity.

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Story summary

Jeff Nichols' film Midnight Special centers on parenthood and the struggle for autonomy.
Roy protects his son Alton, who has supernatural abilities, from a religious cult and government forces.
The film, made on a $23 million budget, features critics who note its emotional depth and the portrayal of Roy and Alton's mother Sarah, which adds complexity.