Vanessa Kirby Stars in Netflix Thriller 'Night Always Comes,' Premiering August 15

Vanessa Kirby leads the cast of the new thriller 'Night Always Comes,' which will be released exclusively on Netflix on August 15, 2025. The film follows Lynette, a woman determined to secure her family's future, as she undertakes a high-stakes, all-night journey through Portland. Along the way, she confronts dangers and her own past.

Directed by Benjamin Caron, known for his work on 'The Crown,' the film is an adaptation of Willy Vlautin's novel of the same name. The ensemble cast includes Jennifer Jason Leigh, Zack Gottsagen, Stephan James, Julia Fox, Eli Roth, Randall Park, and Michael Kelly. Filmed in Portland, Oregon, in the spring of 2024, the production aimed to capture the city's nocturnal atmosphere to enhance the narrative's tension. Adam Janota Bzowski, who previously scored 'Saint Maud' and 'Black Mirror: Loch Henry,' composed the film's score.

'Night Always Comes' explores themes of survival, sacrifice, and resilience. Vlautin's novel has been praised for its raw depiction of economic hardship and authentic characters. Caron's directorial style, often focused on capturing the inner essence of characters, is expected to bring depth to Lynette's struggles. The film's setting in Portland is integral to the story, with the production leveraging its urban ambiance to underscore the narrative's urgency.