Always Shine (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2016, Always Shine is a thriller, drama, horror and mystery film directed by Sophia Takal, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. On a trip to Big Sur, two friends, both actresses, try to reconnect with one another. Once alone, the women's suppressed jealousies and deep-seated resentments begin to rise, causing them to lose their grasp on not only the true nature of their relationship, but also their identities.
Who’s in it. Always Shine stars Mackenzie Davis as Anna, Caitlin FitzGerald as Beth, Lawrence Michael Levine as Jesse and Alexander Koch as Matt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Always Shine has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, YouTube TV, OVID and Fandor Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Always Shine page.
If you liked it. Fans of Always Shine tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Always Shine (2016)?
- In US, Always Shine is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV and OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Always Shine worth watching?
- Always Shine holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Always Shine?
- Always Shine stars Mackenzie Davis, Caitlin FitzGerald, Lawrence Michael Levine, Alexander Koch and Jane Adams.
- When was Always Shine released?
- Always Shine was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.