Newborn

RELEASED

Newborn (2026)

English

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Storyline

After serving seven years in solitary confinement, Chris Newborn seeks to rebuild his life and reconnect with his family only to find that freedom has become a terrifying psychological battleground.

About Newborn

Newborn is a 2026 English film. It is directed by Nate Parker and produced by Aaron L. Gilbert, with music by Anthony B Willis. David Oyelowo, Olivia Washington, Barry Pepper, Jimmie Fails and Aiden Stoxx appear in it, alongside 7 more credited names.

Cast & crew

David OyelowoChris Newborn

Olivia WashingtonTara Benton

Barry PepperHersh

Jimmie FailsKeith Newborn

Aiden StoxxJake Benton

Rukiya BernardElla

Thomas CadrotDerek

Alexander DavisBully

Andres SotoServer

Matthew MylreaLocal Patron

Naomi SimpsonAnnie

Gerardo BarcalaHazmet Man

MUSIC DIRECTORAnthony B Willis OTHER CREWMary Vernieu OTHER CREWMichelle Wade Byrd PRODUCERAaron L. Gilbert PRODUCERDavid Oyelowo DIRECTORNate Parker PRODUCERNate Parker STORY WRITERNate Parker PRODUCERChristina Lee Storm DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHYElliot Davis EDITORLuke Ciarrocchi

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Common questions

When was Newborn released?

Newborn was released on 10 April 2026.

Who stars in Newborn?

David Oyelowo, Olivia Washington, Barry Pepper and Jimmie Fails star in Newborn.

Who directed Newborn?

Newborn was directed by Nate Parker.

Who composed the music for Newborn?

The music is by Anthony B Willis.