The Lovers
“A love that destroys you, then remakes you.”
Synopsis
An animated thriller about the romantic tension between a seafood chef and a siren, set in a dark fantasy Philippines.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
THE LOVERS | Official Teaser Trailer
Type: Teaser • Published 2026-08-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Fantasia Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 30, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$400K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sophia Paez, Alice Mao
- Screenplay & Story
- Alice Mao
- Original Title
- The Lovers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Philippines, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- Tagalog
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Budget
- $400K
- Production Studios
- Studio Heartbreak
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sophia Paez, Alice Mao
Alice Mao
Myxo Mycota
Alice Mao, Daphne Wai, Robert Scripps
Department Leadership Roster
Alice Mao
Producer
Sophia Paez
Director
Alice Mao
Director
Myxo Mycota
Editor
Alice Mao
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lovers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Lovers about?
An animated thriller about the romantic tension between a seafood chef and a siren, set in a dark fantasy Philippines.
Who directed The Lovers?
The Lovers was directed by Sophia Paez, Alice Mao.
Who stars in The Lovers?
The principal cast of The Lovers includes Vanille Velasquez, Dawn M. Bennett, Aife, Vince Deloria.
When was The Lovers released and how long is it?
The Lovers was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 15m.