A Timeless Story Comes to Disney+ Philippines
Circle February 27, 2026, on your calendar. Searchlight Pictures’ In The Blink of An Eye is set to premiere exclusively on Disney+ Philippines, bringing an ambitious and emotionally stirring cinematic journey straight to your screens.
Directed by Academy Award® winner Andrew Stanton (WALL·E, Finding Nemo), the film presents a sweeping narrative that stretches across millennia—yet remains grounded in one enduring truth: humanity’s need for connection.
With its newly released trailer generating buzz, anticipation continues to build for this bold and thought-provoking drama.
Three Lives, Three Eras, One Shared Thread
Adapted from Colby Day’s acclaimed 2016 Black List screenplay, In The Blink of An Eye unfolds through three interconnected storylines that span thousands of years. Though separated by time, each narrative reflects the same essential human longing—for survival, understanding, and companionship.
The Distant Past: Survival Against the Odds
In a harsh prehistoric world, a displaced Neanderthal family fights to endure. Played by Jorge Vargas (Snowpiercer) and Tanaya Beatty (Yellowstone), the parents struggle to safeguard their children while mastering primitive tools and adapting to an unforgiving environment. Stripped to life’s basics, their journey is raw, intimate, and deeply moving.
The Present: Love and Discovery
Fast forward to today, where Claire (Rashida Jones), a driven post-graduate anthropologist studying early human remains, navigates both academic ambition and emotional vulnerability. As she forms a tentative relationship with fellow student Greg (Daveed Diggs of Hamilton), their evolving connection mirrors the timeless patterns she studies.
The Future: Survival in the Stars
Two centuries from now, aboard a spacecraft bound for a distant planet, Coakley (Kate McKinnon) faces an unexpected crisis. A mysterious disease threatens the vessel’s oxygen-producing plants, placing the crew’s survival at risk. Alongside a sentient onboard computer, she must confront uncertainty in the vastness of space.
Separated by centuries yet thematically intertwined, these stories echo one another—revealing hope amid hardship and unity in isolation.
A Visionary at the Helm
Andrew Stanton, known for blending emotional depth with expansive storytelling, brings his signature touch to this genre-spanning drama. From animated classics to live-action storytelling, Stanton has consistently explored what binds us together, and In The Blink of An Eye continues that tradition with striking ambition.
The film is produced by Jared Ian Goldman (Ingrid Goes West, Russian Doll), with a screenplay by Colby Day (Spaceman, For All Mankind).
Behind the scenes, an accomplished creative team shapes the film’s immersive world:
- Director of Photography: Ole Birkeland (Judy, Ticket to Paradise)
- Production Designer: Ola Maslik (The Skeleton Twins, Madam Secretary)
- Editor: Mollie Goldstein (Not Okay, Dickinson)
- Costume Designer: Mirren Gordon-Crozier (Where the Crawdads Sing, Teen Spirit)
- VFX Supervisor: Jake Braver (Birdman, The Pale Blue Eye)
Their combined artistry elevates the film’s sweeping timeline into a cohesive and visually arresting experience.
A Stellar Ensemble Cast
Leading the cast is a compelling mix of talent:
- Kate McKinnon (Bombshell, Saturday Night Live, Ghostbusters)
- Rashida Jones (On the Rocks, Parks and Recreation)
- Daveed Diggs (Hamilton)
- Jorge Vargas (Snowpiercer)
- Tanaya Beatty (Yellowstone)
Each actor brings nuance and emotional authenticity to their respective era, anchoring the film’s expansive concept in deeply personal moments.
A Reflection on Humanity Through Time
At its heart, In The Blink of An Eye is not just a sci-fi drama—it is a meditation on what connects us across generations. From prehistoric survival to modern romance and interstellar uncertainty, the film gently reminds viewers that while technology and circumstances evolve, our core desires remain the same.
Hope persists. Love endures. And in the briefest moment—almost in the blink of an eye—lives intersect in ways that shape the future.
Don’t miss In The Blink of An Eye, streaming exclusively on Disney+ Philippines beginning February 27, 2026.
