The Sickling
“After a lifetime of pain, a man with sickle cell disease risks everything for a possible cure.”
Synopsis
After surviving a lifetime of debilitating pain caused by sickle cell disease, Gabriel Badejo takes the greatest risk of his life by undergoing an experimental stem cell transplant in hopes of a cure. The Sickling follows Gabriel’s emotional and physical journey as he confronts systemic racism in healthcare, painful memories of medical neglect, and the global realities of living with an often invisible disease. From Toronto to Nigeria, the film explores the intersections of illness, identity, family, and survival while uncovering the historical inequities that continue to shape sickle cell care worldwide. At its heart, The Sickling is a deeply personal story about healing, resilience, and the fight to reclaim a future once thought impossible.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Sickling Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-26
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October 3, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gabriel Badejo
- Screenplay & Story
- Gabriel Badejo, Jordan Kawai
- Original Score
- Adrian Bent
- Original Title
- The Sickling
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gabriel Badejo
Gabriel Badejo, Jordan Kawai
Adrian Bent
Jordan Kawai
Gabriel Badejo, Diana Warmé, Charles Officer, Jake Yanowski, Bob Moore
Department Leadership Roster
Gabriel Badejo
Director
Gabriel Badejo
Producer
Diana Warmé
Producer
Jordan Kawai
Editor
Gabriel Badejo
Writer
Jordan Kawai
Writer
Adrian Bent
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sickling
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What is The Sickling about?
After surviving a lifetime of debilitating pain caused by sickle cell disease, Gabriel Badejo takes the greatest risk of his life by undergoing an experimental stem cell transplant in hopes of a cure. The Sickling follows Gabriel’s emotional and physical journey as he confronts systemic racism in healthcare, painful memories of medical neglect, and the global realities of living with an often invisible disease. From Toronto to Nigeria, the film explores the intersections of illness, identity, family, and survival while uncovering the historical inequities that continue to shape sickle cell care worldwide. At its heart, The Sickling is a deeply personal story about healing, resilience, and the fight to reclaim a future once thought impossible.
Who directed The Sickling?
The Sickling was directed by Gabriel Badejo.
Who stars in The Sickling?
The principal cast of The Sickling includes Emanuel Ogbimi, Gabriel Badejo, Modupe Okeowo, Stephan Zmijak, Denver Donnelly.
When was The Sickling released and how long is it?
The Sickling was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sickling?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sickling was composed by Adrian Bent.