What It Takes
New release

What It TakesMovie · 2026New release

CastMalika Daikawa, Zachary Krueger, Miko Kafel
DirectorAlly Mueller
GenreDrama, Family

What It Takes

Why we love it ❤️

Get ready for some serious family drama that will live rent free in your head. Skylar's brother, Chase, is a walking red flag and he's about to totally mess up her main character energy. The tension is unhinged as she fights to protect her kid... it's giving 'protect my peace at all costs' but make it absolutely heartbreaking.

What is What It Takes about?

Skylar carefully built a stable life for herself and her child, Max. Her carefully constructed peace shatters when her brother, Chase, unexpectedly returns, bringing his addiction struggles with him. Chase's dangerous connections threaten the safety and stability Skylar worked hard to create. She faces a difficult choice to protect Max, balancing familial love with their well-being. This movie highlights the tough decisions a single parent must make when past conflicts resurface.

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