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Short animated drama

Cycles (2018): Cast, Box Office & Plot

Cycles (2018) movie poster

Cycles is a 2018 short animated drama directed by Jeff Gipson, starring Lauren Nicole Brown as Rachel, Chris Williams and Bonnie Popp. It runs 7 minutes and earned $86 worldwide.

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Cycles (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
7 min
Director
Jeff Gipson
Genres
Drama , Animation
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cycles About?

The premise of Cycles without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

This short film follows Bert, Rae, and their daughter Rachel as it observes the family’s life across different phases while they live in their home. The story unfolds before, during, and after their time there, offering a glimpse into their changing dynamics. It marks a significant milestone for Walt Disney Animation Studios as their first short film presented in virtual reality.

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Cast & crew

Cycles Cast & Characters

Lauren Nicole Brown leads the cast as Rachel, with Chris Williams as Young Bert and Bonnie Popp as Old Rae. Directed by Jeff Gipson; 6 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Jeff Gipson

One more film directed by Jeff Gipson: Myth: A Frozen Tale.

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Plot

Cycles Plot Summary

What happens in Cycles from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Keshav is a highly respected and well-known astrologer who shares a quiet life with his father, his wife, and his young daughter. Within the family, there is a cherished heirloom: a distinctive yellow bicycle. This bicycle had originally been acquired by Keshav’s grandfather from an Englishman and was bequeathed to Keshav as a precious inheritance before the grandfather passed away. Because of this sentimental history, Keshav is incredibly possessive of the cycle, treating it with extreme care; in fact, the only person he ever allows to ride it is his own daughter. The child’s innocence is highlighted when she wonders aloud if the bicycle might eventually get bored of being locked up every single night and decide to simply fly away.

Full summary

The whole story of Cycles, scene by scene

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Box office

Cycles Box Office

Cycles grossed $86 worldwide.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$86

International
$86
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Cycles?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Cycles Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Circuito de Cortos Experimentales: Etapas de la Vida” and “Le Cycle de la Vie”.

Also known as
  • Circuito de Cortos Experimentales: Etapas de la Vida
  • Le Cycle de la Vie
  • Sort Circuit: Cycles
  • Etapas de la vida

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FAQ

Cycles FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Cycles, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cycles?

Cycles runs 7 minutes.

When was Cycles released?

Cycles was released on August 12, 2018.

Who directed Cycles?

Cycles was directed by Jeff Gipson.

More films by Jeff Gipson

Who is in the cast of Cycles?

Cycles stars Lauren Nicole Brown as Rachel, Chris Williams as Young Bert and Bonnie Popp as Old Rae, among 6 credited actors.

How much did Cycles make at the box office?

Cycles grossed $86 worldwide.

Does Cycles have a post-credit scene?

No. Cycles has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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