When You Wake Up(2026)
You deserve to love, and to be loved.
When You Wake Up Synopsis
When Finn, a boy from a small village, sees his best friend in drag at a party, his world turns upside down. Drawn into an unfamiliar queer nightlife, he begins leading a double life that slowly starts to collapse back into one. Along the way, he must confront not only his feelings towards his friend, but also towards himself.
When You Wake Up (2026) is a drama and romance film directed by Robin Zwaard, released on June 5, 2026 with a runtime of 31m. It stars Carol-Petru Stepanov, Niccolò Frigerio, Clara Grafe and Gabrielė Stankiewicz.
- Director:
- Robin Zwaard
- Writers:
- Robin Zwaard, Theodore Tweedie
- Composer:
- Job van der Mark
- Production:
- Study Association IK
- Status:
- Released
When You Wake Up Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Carol-Petru Stepanov
Carol-Petru Stepanov
as Finn
- Niccolò Frigerio
Niccolò Frigerio
as Lucas
- Clara Grafe
Clara Grafe
as Iris
- Gabrielė Stankiewicz
Gabrielė Stankiewicz
as Rebecca
- Kateryna Kolesnykova
Kateryna Kolesnykova
as Barbara
- Hidde de Boer
Hidde de Boer
as Kris
Sam de Haan
as Jules
Miss Cartier
as Drag Queen
- Armita Modares
Armita Modares
as Iris' Colleague
- Peter Zwaard
Peter Zwaard
as Finn's Dad (voice)
- Lucas Fernández López
Lucas Fernández López
as House Party Guest
- Luca Irinoiu
Luca Irinoiu
as House Party Guest
Key crew
Directed by Robin Zwaard, written by Robin Zwaard and Theodore Tweedie.
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When You Wake Up – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch When You Wake Up online?
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When You Wake Up (2026) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in When You Wake Up?
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The main cast of When You Wake Up (2026) includes Carol-Petru Stepanov, Niccolò Frigerio, Clara Grafe, Gabrielė Stankiewicz and Kateryna Kolesnykova. The film was directed by Robin Zwaard. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was When You Wake Up released?
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When You Wake Up was released on June 5, 2026 and runs for 31m.