Klara and the Sun's trailer teases another AI companion story — but here's why the dystopian sci-fi…

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  • Taika Waititi's new movie Klara and the Sun has a first-look trailer
  • It teases Jenna Ortega as the titular AI companion, playing what's called an Artificial Friend
  • Klara and the Sun arrives in theaters on October 23, 2026

Klara and The Sun got its first trailer recently, and the new movie quickly grabbed my attention. Even though stories of AI companions are everywhere, this one has done a lot to stand out from the crowd.

Before we get into that, here's a quick synopsis. Taika Waititi's Klara and The Sun is an adaptation of the novel of the same name, centering around an Artificial Friend (Jenna Ortega) and the human she was bought for, Josie (Mia Tharia).

Take a look at the trailer below ahead of the movie's release on October 23, 2026.

Klara and the Sun | Official Trailer - YouTube

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