The Dead Man
“POWER HAS A PRICE”
Synopsis
A charismatic gubernatorial candidate on the brink of victory is forced to confront the violent truths behind his own rise to power when a supposedly dead journalist resurfaces—whether as a ghost, a memory, or a consequence he can no longer outrun.
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Sight of the Fact, The Dead Man, Our Ode to Joy - 3 in 1 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-03-24
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Release History & Theatrical Window
2025 All American High School Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$450
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rowan Jansen
- Screenplay & Story
- Rowan Jansen
- Original Title
- The Dead Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, China
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Budget
- $450
- Production Studios
- LiGhtBØX Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rowan Jansen
Rowan Jansen
Noah Ma
Andy X. Wilson, Ryan Chen
Maxwell Wang, Andy X. Wilson, Ryan Chen
Department Leadership Roster
Rowan Jansen
Director
Rowan Jansen
Writer
Maxwell Wang
Producer
Andy X. Wilson
Producer
Noah Ma
Director of Photography
Andy X. Wilson
Editor
Ryan Chen
Editor
Sadie Schoenfelder
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dead Man
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What is The Dead Man about?
A charismatic gubernatorial candidate on the brink of victory is forced to confront the violent truths behind his own rise to power when a supposedly dead journalist resurfaces—whether as a ghost, a memory, or a consequence he can no longer outrun.
Who directed The Dead Man?
The Dead Man was directed by Rowan Jansen.
Who stars in The Dead Man?
The principal cast of The Dead Man includes Tiernan Tajalli, Mahir Laul, Charlie Bliwas, Nalini Charles-Belizare, Caroline Desoto.
When was The Dead Man released and how long is it?
The Dead Man was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 7m.