A Simple Machine
Synopsis
In a last-ditch attempt to get out of debt, an indecisive young man makes a series of radically frugal lifestyle choices without telling his girlfriend that he's going off the grid.
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A SIMPLE MACHINE | Audience Award Winner | Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-06-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 26, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Alan Hoffman
- Screenplay & Story
- Mark Alan Hoffman, Evan P. Schneider
- Original Score
- Mark Orton
- Original Title
- A Simple Machine
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Alan Hoffman
Mark Alan Hoffman, Evan P. Schneider
Mark Orton
Kevin Fletcher
Mark Alan Hoffman
Mark Alan Hoffman, Gavin Briscoe, Alyssa Roehrenbeck, Mike Lay, Tyson Wisbrock
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Alan Hoffman
Director
Mark Alan Hoffman
Writer
Mark Alan Hoffman
Editor
Kevin Fletcher
Director of Photography
Alyssa Roehrenbeck
Producer
Mike Lay
Producer
Tyson Wisbrock
Producer
Michelle Damis
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is A Simple Machine about?
In a last-ditch attempt to get out of debt, an indecisive young man makes a series of radically frugal lifestyle choices without telling his girlfriend that he's going off the grid.
Who directed A Simple Machine?
A Simple Machine was directed by Mark Alan Hoffman.
Who stars in A Simple Machine?
The principal cast of A Simple Machine includes Richard Blackmon, Gabriella Quezada, Brad Carter, Smack Louis, Shannon K. Dunn.
When was A Simple Machine released and how long is it?
A Simple Machine was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for A Simple Machine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Simple Machine was composed by Mark Orton.
Is A Simple Machine based on a book or true story?
A Simple Machine is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Evan P. Schneider".
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Simple Machine?
A Simple Machine holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).