“I can show you the way…” Fathom Entertainment has unveiled a new trailer for the 25th Anniversary re-release screenings of the all-timer sci-fi classic Donnie Darko – returning theaters in October. This is one of my favorite indie sci-fi creations, which initially premiered at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival some 25 years ago. Richard Kelly’s masterpiece is still iconic all these years later. After barely escaping a bizarre accident involving a jet engine following onto his house, a troubled teenager is plagued by visions of a man in an evil rabbit suit who convinces him to commit a series of crimes. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal as Donnie Darko, Jena Malone, Drew Barrymore, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mary McDonnell, Katharine Ross, Patrick Swayze, Noah Wyle, and Seth Rogen in his film debut. This special anniversary also includes an exclusive introduction with writer & director Richard Kelly exploring the film’s enduring legacy, how it entranced audiences for decades, and why it remains one of the defining cult classics of the new millennium. Kelly also finished a brand new book: “The Philosophy of Time Travel: The Epic Sequel to Donnie Darko.” Releasing this fall right around the same time as these new screenings. Is DD one of your all-time faves, too?
Here’s the 25th Anniversary re-release trailer for Richard Kelly’s classic Donnie Darko, from YouTube:
Celebrate 25 years of Richard Kelly’s mind-bending masterpiece in a stunning 4K presentation. Donnie Darko doesn’t get along with his family, teachers, or classmates, but he finds a kindred spirit in Gretchen and some guidance from a compassionate psychiatrist who believes hypnosis may unlock hidden truths. Meanwhile, Donnie is haunted by Frank – a mysterious giant bunny only he can see. When a jet engine crashes into his bedroom and narrowly misses him, Donnie is drawn into a series of increasingly strange events that seem governed by forces beyond explanation. Donnie Darko is both written and directed by American filmmaker Richard Kelly, as his initial feature directorial debut at the time (before going to make Southland Tales and The Box). Produced by Adam Fields, Nancy Juvonen, Sean McKittrick. This first premiered at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival and became a cult hit after the festival. It originally opened in US theaters in October 2001, earning $3.1 million at the box office. Fathom is re-releasing Kelly’s Donnie Darko in 4K in US theaters on October 2nd – 4th, 2026 this fall. For more details, visit their official site.
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