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The 2026 film Sleepwalker is an American psychological thriller directed by Brandon Auman ². It stars Hayden Panettiere in what is noted as her final acting role prior to her death on August 16, 2026 ²⁴. The film also features Beverly D'Angelo, Justin Chatwin, Mischa Barton, Lori Tan Chinn, and Kea Ho ².

The plot centers on a grieving mother named Sarah, portrayed by Panettiere, who is haunted by the tragic loss of her daughter in a car accident that also left her abusive husband in a coma ³⁶. As Sarah navigates this trauma, her sleepwalking episodes intensify, leading her into a surreal descent into darkness ³⁹. She experiences disturbing visions of her husband within their home, blurring the lines between reality and her subconscious ³⁷.

Sleepwalker was released in select theaters and on demand on January 9, 2026 ¹⁹. Brainstorm Media acquired the North American distribution rights for the film ⁵.