Stolen Birthday
“Everyone deserves to be seen. Even when the world looks away.”
Synopsis
On his birthday, Ronnie, a lonely middle-aged man, sits in a small diner having dinner with his mother, Julie. For Ronnie, the moment feels warm and real. They talk, laugh, and share the kind of comfort that only comes from being with someone who knows you deeply. As the night continues, small details begin to feel off. The people around Ronnie react to him with confusion, and it slowly becomes clear that Julie is not actually sitting across from him. The birthday dinner exists only in Ronnie's mind. In reality, he is homeless, alone, and struggling with his mental health. When the illusion begins to fall apart, Ronnie is forced back into the world he has been trying to escape. What felt like a simple birthday dinner becomes a heartbreaking look at grief, loneliness, and the ways people create their own sense of comfort when reality becomes too painful.
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Stolen Birthday Film (Behind The Scenes)
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-07-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 25, 2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Noah Bennish
- Screenplay & Story
- Noah Bennish
- Original Title
- Stolen Birthday
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Noah Bennish
Noah Bennish
Andrius Hahn
Bernard Adamczyk
Yehonathan Kleinerman
Department Leadership Roster
Yehonathan Kleinerman
Producer
Andrius Hahn
Director of Photography
Bernard Adamczyk
Editor
Drew Mason
Production Design
Noah Bennish
Writer
Noah Bennish
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stolen Birthday
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What is Stolen Birthday about?
On his birthday, Ronnie, a lonely middle-aged man, sits in a small diner having dinner with his mother, Julie. For Ronnie, the moment feels warm and real. They talk, laugh, and share the kind of comfort that only comes from being with someone who knows you deeply. As the night continues, small details begin to feel off. The people around Ronnie react to him with confusion, and it slowly becomes clear that Julie is not actually sitting across from him. The birthday dinner exists only in Ronnie's mind. In reality, he is homeless, alone, and struggling with his mental health. When the illusion begins to fall apart, Ronnie is forced back into the world he has been trying to escape. What felt like a simple birthday dinner becomes a heartbreaking look at grief, loneliness, and the ways people create their own sense of comfort when reality becomes too painful.
Who directed Stolen Birthday?
Stolen Birthday was directed by Noah Bennish.
Who stars in Stolen Birthday?
The principal cast of Stolen Birthday includes Diana M. Collins, John Lewandowski, Lexus Castano, Aaron Brandon Brown, Joshua Rich.
When was Stolen Birthday released and how long is it?
Stolen Birthday was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 11m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Stolen Birthday?
Stolen Birthday holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).