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I Saw the TV Glow

I Saw the TV Glow

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Teenager Owen is just trying to make it through life in the suburbs when his classmate Maddy introduces him to a mysterious TV show — a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the television, Owen’s view of reality begins to crack.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: I Saw the TV Glow
  • Genres: Drama, Horror
  • Release Date: 2024-05-03
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 6.03/10 (494 votes)
  • Budget: $10,000,000
  • Revenue: $5,396,508
  • Production Companies: A24, Fruit Tree, Smudge Films, Hypnic Jerk
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.7828
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Justice Smith

Justice Smith

as Owen

Jack Haven

Jack Haven

as Maddy

Ian Foreman

Ian Foreman

as Young Owen

Helena Howard

Helena Howard

as Isabel

Lindsey Jordan

Lindsey Jordan

as Tara

Danielle Deadwyler

Danielle Deadwyler

as Brenda

Fred Durst

Fred Durst

as Frank

Conner O'Malley

Conner O'Malley

as Dave

Emma Portner

Emma Portner

as Amanda / Mr. Melancholy / Marco / Evil Clown

Madaline Riley

Madaline Riley

as Polo

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Trailers & Clips

There's Still Time

Sarah Winshall (I SAW THE TV GLOW) Wins the Producers Award | 2025 Spirit Awards

Do You Like Girls?

This Is What Dying Feels Like

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Saw the TV Glow?

I Saw the TV Glow is a Drama, Horror movie directed by . It was released on 2024-05-03.

Who are the main actors in I Saw the TV Glow?

The main cast includes Justice Smith, Jack Haven, Ian Foreman, Helena Howard, Lindsey Jordan, .

Where can I watch I Saw the TV Glow online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if I Saw the TV Glow is available.

Is I Saw the TV Glow based on a true story?

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What is the IMDb rating of I Saw the TV Glow?

I Saw the TV Glow has an IMDb rating of 6.03/10 based on 494 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of I Saw the TV Glow?

The movie had a production budget of $10,000,000 and earned $5,396,508 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for I Saw the TV Glow?

The soundtrack was composed by A24, Fruit Tree, Smudge Films, Hypnic Jerk. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was I Saw the TV Glow filmed?

I Saw the TV Glow was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is I Saw the TV Glow?

The total runtime of I Saw the TV Glow is 100 minutes.

Is I Saw the TV Glow suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to I Saw the TV Glow?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to I Saw the TV Glow.

Does I Saw the TV Glow have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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