Directed by Kevin D. Sepe and Nathan Ross Murphy, Elijah Peel is a rock n’ roll drama about healing and second chances.
The independent film starring Robert Malcolm Cumming (Hell’s Haven) and Evelyn Grace Kite (The Best Thing About Christmas) will be released in theaters on August 14, 2026, by eKKL Entertainment.
Inspired by a true story and from Executive Producers Willie and Korie Robertson (Duck Dynasty, The Blind), Elijah Peel follows a stadium-filling rock star whose life of fame and addiction comes to a sudden halt after a heart attack nearly costs him everything.
During his recovery, Elijah encounters a remarkable young girl whose unwavering faith, radiant spirit, and wisdom beyond her years begin to break through the walls he has built around his heart. Through their unexpected bond, her extraordinary hope inspires Elijah to begin a powerful journey toward healing, reconciliation, and faith.
Kite’s performance announces a major new young talent, a natural, luminous screen presence who brings wit and immediacy to every scene and gives the film its beating heart. Her ability to deliver truthful emotion with effortless ease has earned her the nickname “the one-take wonder” from directors who have worked with her, a rare kind of instinct you feel on screen.
“Elijah Peel is a story about the unexpected connections that can change the course of a life,” said Sepe. “I wanted to explore how even the smallest, most profound encounters can force us to confront who we are and who we might become. I’m incredibly grateful to eKKL for recognizing the heart of this film and helping bring it to a wider audience.”
Executive Producers Willie and Korie Robertson shared, “This is a story about faith and connection that we immediately believed in. We’re proud to be part of bringing this film to audiences.”
Elijah Peel was shot on location in and around Memphis, Tennessee.
The film’s original soundtrack produced by filmmaker Kevin D. Sepe and published by H/S Music, features standout tracks including “Life Too Short, Story Too Old,” “River Deep,” “Can You Feel It,” “The Wild Ones,” and “Not an Ordinary Love.” Blending rock, soul, and faith-driven themes, it serves as a powerful extension of Elijah’s inner life.
eKKL Entertainment most recently released She Dances, a father-daughter story starring Steve Zahn, Ethan Hawke, Audrey Zahn, Mackenzie Ziegler, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Sonequa Martin-Green. The film opened exclusively in theaters on March 27.
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