Plot — What is Ugly Cry about?
When Delaney's boyfriend leaves town to shoot a splashy zombie movie, she becomes obsessed with a character she’s auditioning for after she learns the producers think she has an "ugly cry." But when she tries to make her cry prettier, her performance suffers. Can she contort herself, and her face, to have the perfect cry? Her attempts to change herself cause Young Delaney to haunt her, catapulting present day Delaney deeper down the rabbit hole. She isolates herself and grows increasingly delusional, and interested in physical fixes to her acting problem. How can she make the world see her as she sees herself? How can she become and become and become? She will become famous. Or die trying.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2026 |
| Genre | Horror, Comedy, Thriller |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 94 min |
| Audience Score | 70% (7.0/10, 3 votes) |
Ugly Cry — FAQ
Is Ugly Cry worth watching? Ugly Cry holds a 7.0/10 rating from 3 viewers. When Delaney's boyfriend leaves town to shoot a splashy zombie movie, she becomes obsessed with a character she’s auditioning for after she learns the producers think she has an "ugly cry." But when she tries to make her
Who directed Ugly Cry? Directed by Emily Robinson.
Who is in the cast of Ugly Cry? It stars Emily Robinson, Ryan Simpkins, Aaron Dominguez, Robin Tunney, Andrew Leeds, Heather Morris and more.
Where can I stream Ugly Cry? Streaming availability for Ugly Cry is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Ugly Cry release? It released in 2026.
