Surfacing(2026)
Sometimes it takes falling apart to find someone who lifts you up.
Surfacing Synopsis
After years of struggling with severe depression, a young man begins to open his heart, learning to love himself and others. When he becomes entangled in his therapist’s personal life, he discovers not only her need for support but also a tender, transformative connection with another man, Jackson. Through this intimate journey of trust, vulnerability, and queer romance, he confronts his past, embraces love, and finds hope in human connection.
Surfacing (2026) is a drama and romance film directed by Christian Smith, released on February 12, 2026 with a runtime of 1h 54m. It stars Damian Romeo, Cindy Sampson, Johnathan Sharp and Kimberly-Sue Murray. Viewers rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Christian Smith
- Writers:
- Johnathan Sharp
- Producers:
- Matthew Campagna, Sabrina Laidman
- Status:
- Released
Surfacing Cast & Crew
Main cast
Damian Romeo
as Cole
Cindy Sampson
as Jessica
Johnathan Sharp
as Jackson
Kimberly-Sue Murray
as Joy
Colton Gobbo
as Tyler
Sheila McCarthy
as Dawn
Liz Adjei
as Dr. Keller
Jayd Deroché
as Oliver
Madison Walsh
as Cassandra
Paige Evans
as Abby
- Kato Alexander
Kato Alexander
as Scott
Linda Kash
as Katherine
Key crew
Directed by Christian Smith, written by Johnathan Sharp, produced by Matthew Campagna and Sabrina Laidman.
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Surfacing Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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Surfacing – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Surfacing online?
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Surfacing (2026) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Surfacing?
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The main cast of Surfacing (2026) includes Damian Romeo, Cindy Sampson, Johnathan Sharp, Kimberly-Sue Murray and Colton Gobbo. The film was directed by Christian Smith. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Surfacing released?
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Surfacing was released on February 12, 2026 and runs for 1h 54m.
Is Surfacing worth watching?
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Surfacing (2026) holds an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.