The Sun Never Sets

Opens Friday, September 4, 2026

Special Events

  • Sat Aug 22 : 

    Sneak preview + Q&A with stars Dakota Fanning & Cory Michael Smith at 2:30!

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SHOWTIMES AT IFC CENTER

Sat, Aug 22 at 2:30pm: Sneak Preview + Q&A with stars Dakota Fanning and Cory Michael Smith

Free-spirited Wendy (Dakota Fanning) is at a crossroads in her relationship with older divorced dad Jack (Jake Johnson, New Girl) that is only further complicated when an old flame (Cory Michael Smith, Sentimental Value) re-enters her life. Set in perpetually sunny summertime Anchorage and featuring a career-best performance by Fanning, THE SUN NEVER SETS is a funny and endearing return to form for mumblecore auteur Joe Swanberg. 

Regular engagement begins Fri, Sep 4. Showtimes to be announced.

Official selection: SXSW

“Marks a confident return for Swanberg, bolstered by a stellar performance from Fanning and a thoughtful, often painful exploration of love, growth, and the realization that fulfillment doesn’t always come from another person.” – Film Inquiry

  • Country USA
  • Running Time 102 minutes
  • Director Joe Swanberg

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