Finding Joy(2026)
Finding Joy Synopsis
Roni Gingrich is a PTSD survivor and aspiring artist whose buried childhood trauma manifests in the form of sleep paralysis and recurring dreams as she unravels the truth of her past.
Finding Joy (2026) is a drama and thriller film directed by Valeri Bates, released on June 18, 2026 with a runtime of 1h 28m. It stars Valeri Bates, Jessi Burkette, Davis Lee DeRock Jr. and Alina Dunn.
- Director:
- Valeri Bates
- Writers:
- Valeri Bates
- Cinematographer:
- David M. Watson
- Budget:
- $20,000
- Status:
- Released
Finding Joy Cast & Crew
Main cast
Valeri Bates
as Roni Gingrich
- Jessi Burkette
Jessi Burkette
as Bonnie
Davis Lee DeRock Jr.
as Kyle Murphy
- Alina Dunn
Alina Dunn
as Young Trish Collins
- Kurt Hanover
Kurt Hanover
as David Morris
- Izabelle Jones
Izabelle Jones
as Young Roni Gingrich
- Deborah Madick
Deborah Madick
as Dr. Barbara Williams
- Ashley Moreland
Ashley Moreland
as Karen
- Heather Elaine Rafferty
Heather Elaine Rafferty
as Trish Collins
- Jennifer Seward
Jennifer Seward
as Emma
- Tangela Welch
Tangela Welch
as Joy Gingrich
- Angie Heck
Angie Heck
as Cecelia Collins
Key crew
Directed by Valeri Bates, written by Valeri Bates.
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Finding Joy – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Finding Joy online?
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Finding Joy (2026) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Finding Joy?
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The main cast of Finding Joy (2026) includes Valeri Bates, Jessi Burkette, Davis Lee DeRock Jr., Alina Dunn and Kurt Hanover. The film was directed by Valeri Bates. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Finding Joy released?
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Finding Joy was released on June 18, 2026 and runs for 1h 28m.