Night Always Comes, the new Netflix thriller starring Vanessa Kirby, will premiere on August 15, 2025. The movie follows one woman’s dangerous overnight mission to save her family’s home in Portland. Based on Willy Vlautin’s novel, this film marks Kirby’s latest collaboration with director Benjamin Caron after their work on The Crown.
What Is Night Always Comes About?
The story centers on Lynette, played by Vanessa Kirby, a woman fighting to keep her family’s house as Portland becomes more expensive. Over one intense night, she takes big risks to get the money she needs. Along the way, she faces her troubled past while dealing with dangerous people.
Director Benjamin Caron says the movie asks important questions about safety and survival.
“What drew me to the film was its exploration of survival and sacrifice and the idea of quiet heroism. It asks the question, ‘Who gets to feel safe, and at what cost?’”
The film shows how hard it can be for regular people when neighborhoods change and homes become too costly. Lynette’s journey is full of tough choices that could change her life forever.
Who Stars in Night Always Comes?
Vanessa Kirby leads the cast as Lynette. She’s joined by several well-known actors:
- Jennifer Jason Leigh as Doreen
- Zack Gottsagen as Kenny, Lynette’s brother
- Stephan James as Cody
- Julia Fox as Gloria
- Randall Park as Scott
- Michael Kelly as Tommy
- Eli Roth as Blake
Kirby not only acts in the movie but also helps produce it. Caron praised her work both in front of and behind the camera.
“Vanessa brings a beautifully wild energy to Lynette, making the character unpredictable and deeply human. To have someone that was both an actor and producer was incredibly exciting to me.”
Behind the Scenes of Night Always Comes
The movie comes from Willy Vlautin’s 2021 book The Night Always Comes. Screenwriter Sarah Conradt adapted the story for Netflix. Filming took place in Portland, Oregon during spring 2024, using real locations to show the city’s changing neighborhoods.
Caron wanted Portland itself to feel like a character in the movie. He said the contrast between rich and poor areas helps tell Lynette’s story. The movie runs for 108 minutes and carries an R rating for adult content.
This is Caron’s second movie after Sharper. He’s known for directing episodes of The Crown and Andor. The production companies include Aluna Entertainment and H2L Media Group.
What to Expect From the Story
Lynette needs $25,000 to save her family’s home from being taken. When her mother backs out of helping, Lynette spends one desperate night trying to get the money. Her journey takes her through different parts of Portland, where she meets both kind and dangerous people.
The official Netflix description says:
“Risking everything to secure a future for herself and her brother, Lynette sets out on a dangerous odyssey in Portland; confronting her own dark past over one propulsive night.”
Early reports suggest the movie has intense scenes and emotional moments as Lynette fights for her family’s future. Fans of Kirby’s work in Pieces of a Woman and The Crown will likely enjoy her powerful performance here.
When and Where to Watch
Night Always Comes starts streaming on Netflix on August 15, 2025. You’ll need a Netflix subscription to watch. The movie joins Kirby’s other Netflix projects like The Crown and Pieces of a Woman.
The trailer shows Kirby running through Portland at night, having tense conversations, and making hard choices. It promises a fast-paced story full of suspense and drama.
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