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Twinless Opens Wide With Strong Buzz for Dylan O’Brien’s Dual Performance

Early reviews spotlight Dylan O’Brien’s dual turn in a Lionsgate release now available only in theaters.

Overview

  • The film opened in U.S. theaters on Sept. 5 and is not streaming yet, with TheWrap reporting it is expected to go to Starz when its streaming window begins.
  • Writer-director-producer James Sweeney also co-stars, centering the story on two men who meet in a twin-bereavement support group.
  • Dylan O’Brien plays identical brothers Roman and Rocky, a showcase performance critics are highlighting, with Collider citing a 96% Rotten Tomatoes rating.
  • A new Variety interview shares behind-the-scenes details from Sweeney and O’Brien, including the years-long development and O’Brien’s early attachment to the project.
  • Coverage credits O’Brien among the producers alongside David Permut, Ali Jazayeri, Elizabeth Destro and Miky Lee, reflecting the film’s indie-to-wide-release path.