You Need This
Synopsis
A revealing film about the vicious cycle of consumerism and the destructive power of hyper-capitalism. Can we break the grip of the system before it is too late?
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Trailer | YOU NEED THIS (2026) | "a necessary wake-up call" - Variety
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-03-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
CPH:DOX
Festival / Special Debut
April 7, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ryan Lough
- Screenplay & Story
- Ryan Lough, Serra Naiman
- Original Title
- You Need This
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ryan Lough
Ryan Lough, Serra Naiman
Isidoor Roebers, Lea Fels, Adam McKay, Cecilia Butler, Tyler Owen
Department Leadership Roster
Ryan Lough
Director
Ryan Lough
Writer
Isidoor Roebers
Producer
Lea Fels
Producer
Adam McKay
Producer
Cecilia Butler
Producer
Tyler Owen
Producer
Ryan Lough
Producer
Staci Roberts
Producer
Serra Naiman
Writer
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What is You Need This about?
A revealing film about the vicious cycle of consumerism and the destructive power of hyper-capitalism. Can we break the grip of the system before it is too late?
Who directed You Need This?
You Need This was directed by Ryan Lough.
Who stars in You Need This?
The principal cast of You Need This includes Serra Naiman, Juliet Schor, Reverend Billy, Tim Kasser, Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah.
When was You Need This released and how long is it?
You Need This was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.