Klara and the Sun's trailer teases another AI companion story but here's why the dystopian sci-fi movie has caught my attention

Date:
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:24:44 +0000

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Klara and the Sun is a new dystopian movie hitting our screens in October,
and I think it might do enough to stand out.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Taika Waititi's new movie Klara and the Sun has a first-look trailer It teases Jenna Ortega as the titular AI companion, playing what's called an Artificial Friend Klara and the Sun arrives in theaters on October 23, 2026 Klara and The Sun got its first trailer recently, and the new movie quickly grabbed my attention. Even though stories of AI companions are everywhere, this one has done a lot to stand out from the crowd.

Before we get into that, here's a quick synopsis. Taika Waititi's Klara and The Sun is an adaptation of the novel of the same name, centering around an Artificial Friend (Jenna Ortega) and the human she was bought for, Josie (Mia Tharia). Take a look at the trailer below ahead of the movie's release on October 23, 2026. Latest Videos From Watch full video here: Klara and the Sun | Official Trailer - YouTube Watch On Why I'm excited for Klara and The Sun (Image credit: Sony Pictures Releasing) Stories about AI companions are
hardly new, and you'd be forgiven for growing a little tired of them. Whether it's sci-fi classics like A.I. Artificial Intelligence or horrors like Companion , lifelike androids are nothing new.

But I quickly found myself interested in Klara and the Sun after seeing the trailer and reading up on it. The original novel by Kazuo Ishiguro explores a dystopian world where children are genetically engineered for enhanced academic ability. You may like Netflix reveals first images and cast details for sci-fi detective movie Ray Gunn AI movies are already here the real test is whether anyone want to watch them I watched a 90-minute AI movie and Hollywood can stop worrying, for now

There's plenty of downsides to this, including social isolation. Children learn at home through on-screen tutors so they spend a lot of time stuck indoors. Enter the Artificial Friends, companions that can be purchased for the home where they'll keep children company without needing to be cared for like a pet would. It's a bleak existence, but there's also something hopeful about Klara and the Sun . The trailer teases an unlikely bond between the titular AI companion and Josie, her human friend. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Outside of the interesting premise I'm also impressed by the cast. Supporting roles are played by Amy Adams, Natasha Lyonne, and Steve Buscemi, so we have some great talent attached to this.

I'm really excited to dive deeper into this world, especially since I have enjoyed Waititi's previous work such as Jojo Rabbit . I'm hoping that Klara and the Sun is just as good. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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