By Design
“Have you heard about the movie where Juliette Lewis plays a chair?”
Synopsis
A woman swaps bodies with a chair, and everyone likes her better as a chair.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-12-17
Top Cast
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Juliette Lewis
Camille
Mamoudou Athie
Olivier
Samantha Mathis
Lisa
Robin Tunney
Irene
Alisa Torres
Marta
Clifton Collins Jr.
Jacob the Stalker
Keir Gilchrist
Gary
Madison McKinley
Sarah the Stockest
Miranda Bailey
Diane the Wailing Woman
Cristo Montt
Gio
Bridey Elliott
Regina
Greer Cohen
Esther
Jessie-Ann Kohlman
Tara
Sophie von Haselberg
Len
Ruby Cruz
Sheila the Intern
Michelle Farrah Huang
The Journalist
Jim Chapa
Cricket Arrison
The Photographer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 32 DaysSXSW Sydney
Festival / Special Debut
February 13, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 17, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amanda Kramer
- Screenplay & Story
- Amanda Kramer
- Original Score
- Giulio Carmassi, Bryan Scary
- Original Title
- By Design
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Cold Iron Pictures, Smudge Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amanda Kramer
Amanda Kramer
Giulio Carmassi, Bryan Scary
Patrick Meade Jones
Benjamin Shearn
Sarah Winshall, Miranda Bailey, Natalie Whalen, Jacob Agger, Amanda Kramer
Department Leadership Roster
Amanda Kramer
Director
Sarah Winshall
Producer
Miranda Bailey
Producer
Natalie Whalen
Producer
Jacob Agger
Producer
Amanda Kramer
Producer
Giulio Carmassi
Original Music Composer
Bryan Scary
Original Music Composer
Patrick Meade Jones
Director of Photography
Benjamin Shearn
Editor
Grace Surnow
Production Design
Sophie Hardeman
Costume Design
Paul Santagada
Visual Effects Supervisor
Brandon Melendy
Stunt Coordinator
Matt Lathrom
Visual Effects Supervisor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About By Design
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is By Design about?
A woman swaps bodies with a chair, and everyone likes her better as a chair.
Who directed By Design?
By Design was directed by Amanda Kramer.
Who stars in By Design?
The principal cast of By Design includes Juliette Lewis, Mamoudou Athie, Samantha Mathis, Robin Tunney, Alisa Torres.
When was By Design released and how long is it?
By Design was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for By Design?
The original motion picture soundtrack for By Design was composed by Giulio Carmassi, Bryan Scary.