Doll (2026)
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Director: Egor Beroev
Cast: Anna Pankratova, Nikita Tezin, Danila Krasnov, Egor Beroev, Aleksei Kravchenko
More About This Film
The Doll is a 2026 American fantasy short directed by John Costellow and written by Costellow with Andrew De Neve. The story follows a young witch who discovers that she can transform people into dolls, forcing her to confront what her secret power means for her relationships.
The short focuses on loneliness, misunderstanding and friendship within a supernatural setting. Rather than relying on a large-scale fantasy world, the film uses one magical ability and its consequences to create a compact coming-of-age story.
Its independent production was filmed in South Shore, Kentucky, giving the project a distinctly regional setting despite its fantastical premise.
- Directed by John Costellow.
- Written by John Costellow and Andrew De Neve.
- The film runs approximately 15 minutes.
- It was released in the United States on May 15, 2026.
- Smile Time Studios is credited as the production company, with an estimated budget of $50,000.
Where to Watch
The Doll is an independently produced short, so online availability may depend on festival and filmmaker distribution.