Brighter Days Ahead
“You can't feel it if it never happened.”
Synopsis
A short film accompanying the deluxe edition of "Eternal Sunshine," marking Ariana Grande’s directorial debut. Peaches, now elderly, revisits Brighter Days Inc. to relive idealized versions of her memories before they are destroyed forever. Inspired by the film "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and a sequel to the "We Can't Be Friends" music video.
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Ariana Grande - brighter days ahead (behind the scenes)
Type: Featurette • Published 2025-04-17
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Ariana Grande
Peaches
Edward Butera
Dr. Peaches' Dad
Charlotte Sanchez
Young Peaches
Rashawn Ross
Trumpet Player
Allen Marsh
Hologram Doctor
Jessica Jang
Hologram Nurse
Trell Isaac
Hologram Patient
Kimberly Kim
Hologram Patient
Stewart Jewett
Doctor
Lauren DeShane
Main Nurse
Fida Varela
Exam Room Nurse
Brittany Carel
Exam Room Patient
Shane Antolak
Waiting Room Background
R. Ray Barness
Waiting Room Background
Tiana Bes
Waiting Room Background
Veronica Mannion
Tavern Background
Amanda Boe
Tavern Background
Dylan Reece
Tavern Background
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 30, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 28, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christian Breslauer, Ariana Grande
- Screenplay & Story
- Christian Breslauer, Ariana Grande, Evan Yarbrough
- Original Score
- Ariana Grande
- Original Title
- Brighter Days Ahead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- The Lucky Bastards, London Alley, Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christian Breslauer, Ariana Grande
Christian Breslauer, Ariana Grande, Evan Yarbrough
Ariana Grande
Jeff Cronenweth
Luis Caraza
Ariana Grande, Luga Podesta, Brandon Bonfiglio, Andrew Lerios, Michael Breslauer
Department Leadership Roster
Christian Breslauer
Director
Ariana Grande
Director
Luis Caraza
Editor
Alexander Delgado
Production Design
Jeff Cronenweth
Director of Photography
Michael Breslauer
Producer
Christian Breslauer
Writer
Ariana Grande
Writer
Andrew Lerios
Producer
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What is Brighter Days Ahead about?
A short film accompanying the deluxe edition of "Eternal Sunshine," marking Ariana Grande’s directorial debut. Peaches, now elderly, revisits Brighter Days Inc. to relive idealized versions of her memories before they are destroyed forever. Inspired by the film "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and a sequel to the "We Can't Be Friends" music video.
Who directed Brighter Days Ahead?
Brighter Days Ahead was directed by Christian Breslauer, Ariana Grande.
Who stars in Brighter Days Ahead?
The principal cast of Brighter Days Ahead includes Ariana Grande, Edward Butera, Charlotte Sanchez, Rashawn Ross, Allen Marsh.
When was Brighter Days Ahead released and how long is it?
Brighter Days Ahead was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Brighter Days Ahead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Brighter Days Ahead was composed by Ariana Grande.