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Wishful Thinking (SXSW)

4.8

Wishful Thinking is a hilarious sci-fi comedy premiering at SXSW 2026, where a rocky couple's therapy session unleashes karmic chaos—think earthquakes and stock market meltdowns tied to their love life!

Directed by Graham Parkes and starring Lewis Pullman and Maya Hawke, this world premiere at ZACH Theatre follows Julia (an ambitious game designer) and Charlie (a struggling musician) as they're pushed into a wild energy-work seminar by twin healers. Suddenly, their relationship drama starts shaking the world—literally. With a stellar cast including Randall Park, Jake Shane, and Kate Berlant, plus killer crew like cinematographer Christopher Ripley and composer Oliver Lewin, it's set to be a riotous ride blending laughs, romance, and apocalyptic vibes.

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Key Crew: Producers Sarah Mather, Graham Patrick Martin; Screenwriter & Director Graham Parkes
Genre: Comedy & Sci-Fi
Language: English
Production Year: 2026