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California Scenario

2026Movie1 h 39 min

Drama
47
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5

A moving, cathartic drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares, brutality or laughs.

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Story

Single parents Jacob Hara and Laura Acker live parallel lives, each needing to heal before they can find one another. A family secret throws everything into chaos, sending Jacob to his daughter Lexi's side to confront the past together.

Feels like

  • Emotional Family Drama
  • Healing & Redemption
  • Parallel Lives Romance
  • Parent-Child Bonding
  • Contemporary Realism
  • Secrets of the Past
  • Heartfelt Catharsis
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Gentle Pacing

Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
James Takata
Written by
Dara Resnik, James Takata

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Facts

February 7, 2026 · 1 h 39 min · Drama

Released
February 7, 2026
Runtime
1 h 39 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
English

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is California Scenario worth watching?"

Questions about California Scenario

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is California Scenario worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47 (IMDb 7.5).

Is California Scenario okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is California Scenario plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching California Scenario?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.