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Homecoming (2026)
A small town's annual ceremony is put in jeopardy after a reluctant high school senior is selected as the winner. As expectations mount, he must decide whether to continue his town's violent tradition or break free from it.
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A small town's annual ceremony is put in jeopardy after a reluctant high school senior is selected as the winner. As expectations mount, he must decide whether to continue his town's violent tradition or break free from it.
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Written By:Skyler Knutzen
In Theaters:5/9/2026
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Runtime:12 minutes
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