Uglies is a science fiction film starring Joey King in the lead role. The film will be released on OTT in September 2024.

When and where can you see “Uglies”?

The upcoming film will premiere on Netflix on September 13, 2024. The streaming giant shared the trailer on X with the caption: “Perfection is an illusion. UGLIES, based on the best-selling novel, premieres September 13. Starring Joey King, Chase Stokes, Brianne Tju, Keith Powers, and Laverne Cox.”

Plot

The film is about teenager Tally Youngblood, who lives in a futuristic dystopia. Since childhood, she has always wanted to be pretty. Her dream seems to come true when a smoking society promises her plastic surgery that will make her as beautiful as she is.

But things take a turn when she discovers the dark secrets of the Smoke Society. What will she do next? Will Tally be able to save herself and her friends?

Cast and production of Uglies

The film’s cast includes Joey King as Tally Youngblood, Laverne Cox as Dr. Cable, Brianne Tju as Shay, Chase Stokes as Peris and Keith Powers as David. The science fiction film is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Scott Westerfeld.

The film is produced by John Davis, Mary Viola, Dan Spilo, McG, Robyn Meisinger and Jordan Davis under Davis Entertainment, Wonderland Sound and Vision, Industry Entertainment and Anonymous Content. Xiaolong Liu was in charge of cinematography and Edward Shearmur composed the music.