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August Rush
An incredible journey moving at the speed of sound.
2007·1h 54m·★ 7.4
Evan, a musically gifted orphan, runs away from his orphanage and searches New York City for his birth parents. On his journey, he's taken under the wing of the Wizard, a homeless man who lives in an abandoned theater. After discovering his talent, the Wizard gives Evan the name "August Rush" and devises a plan to profit from his talent. Little does Evan know that his parents, Lyla and Louis, are searching for him too.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A character-led choice where relationships, emotion, and personal stakes are a bigger part of the experience than spectacle.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want a more personal, reflective story.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 1h 54m
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Start here
Read the synopsis, then check the trailer.
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Who's in it
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