Life Goes On (2026)
Director: Daniel Audritt
Cast: David Bradley, Matt Berry, Maggie Steed, Jayne Aguire, Brona C. Titley
Did you know? The film's poignant time loop was inspired by screenwriter Jason Miller's own experience caring for his terminally ill father, who jokingly wished he could have "one more day" to say everything he needed to.
Why Watch: In a sea of nihilistic time-loop stories, *Life Goes On* is a refreshingly tender gut-punch—a darkly comedic yet deeply moving meditation on mortality that uses its clever premise to explore the profound power of saying goodbye. Watching Bill’s hopelessly repetitive final day transform into a frantic, heartfelt quest for connection is both hilarious and heartbreaking, making every reset a reminder to cherish the moments we have. If you’re looking for a film that will make you laugh, cry, and immediately call your loved ones, this is the one.
Bill exists in the final stretch of palliative care, eagerly awaiting a peaceful exit—except death refuses to claim him. The instant his heart flatlines, time snaps back, trapping him in a relentless loop of repeated days. This bittersweet, darkly funny, and unexpectedly tender film explores making the most of every last moment and finally speaking the words that matter most to the people who matter most.