Illuminant Object (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2025, Illuminant Object is a thriller, mystery and drama film directed by Zhao Yu, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. An extraordinary light incident ten years ago led to the mysterious disappearance of Zhang Peng's friend. Ten years later, a film crew director approached Zhang Peng with the idea of returning to Xiangshan, the site of the incident—a remote small town built during the Sino-Soviet confrontation in the 1960s, known as the "Third Front"—to shoot a film seeking the truth.
Who’s in it. Illuminant Object stars Xiao Shenyang as Peng, Wang Wei, 张登平 and Ni Jingyang.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Illuminant Object has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Illuminant Object page.
If you liked it. Fans of Illuminant Object tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Illuminant Object (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Illuminant Object change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Illuminant Object worth watching?
- Illuminant Object holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Illuminant Object?
- Illuminant Object stars Xiao Shenyang, Wang Wei, 张登平 and Ni Jingyang.
- When was Illuminant Object released?
- Illuminant Object was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.