The highly anticipated film Sentimental Value, directed by Joachim Trier, is finally gearing up for its theatrical debut. After generating buzz on the film-festival circuit and securing acclaim, this powerful family drama now has an official U.S. release date and a broader international rollout plan.
Release Date Details
Sentimental Value will open in a limited U.S. theatrical release on November 7, 2025. This marks the moment when audiences across select theatres can experience the film on the big screen.
Previously the movie made its world premiere earlier in the year, at a major film festival on May 21, 2025. Additional country-specific release dates are gradually being announced, with early releases in France and Norway preceding the U.S. date.
What the Release Timing Means
Launching this film in early November places it strategically ahead of the major holiday season when many people return to theatres. It’s a window that allows the movie to build word-of-mouth ahead of broader expansion. The limited release model suggests that the studio is positioning Sentimental Value as a high-quality drama, potentially geared for awards season.
Because the film premiered at a leading international festival and received strong critical response, the theatrical release now gives it the platform it deserves for audiences who prefer cinema experience.
Cast & Characters
The cast of Sentimental Value features several high-profile actors alongside rising talent, delivering layered performances in a story that mixes personal history with creative ambition. Key cast members include:
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Renate Reinsve as Nora Borg, the older sister who builds her career as a stage actress.
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Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas as Agnes Borg Pettersen, Nora’s younger sister with a more settled life.
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Stellan Skarsgård as Gustav Borg, the estranged father and former renowned film-director trying to reconnect.
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Elle Fanning as Rachel Kemp, an American actress who becomes entangled in the family’s creative and emotional conflict.
Additional cast includes Cory Michael Smith, Lena Endre and others who support the narrative of art, legacy and family ties
Why It’s Worth Watching
The film centers on the complex dynamic between sisters and their estranged father, a once-famous director who hopes to draw his family back together through his comeback project. When his first choice for the lead role declines, the drama escalates and reveals deeper emotional currents. Given the calibre of cast and crew, the storytelling is expected to resonate strongly with viewers who appreciate intense character work, familial conflict, and introspective filmmaking.
