Billy Knight is an American drama film written and directed by Alec Griffen Roth in his feature directorial debut, starring Al Pacino, Charlie Heaton, and Diana Silvers. The project was originally expected to reach theaters in early 2024, and this page previously tracked it under that timeline. In reality, Billy Knight took a much longer road to release: it premiered on the festival circuit in August 2025 and is now set for a U.S. theatrical release on August 21, 2026, distributed by the Mise-En-Scène Company. Below is an updated, fact-checked look at the film’s score, cast, and where you’ll be able to watch it.
Quick Facts
| Title | Billy Knight |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Alec Griffen Roth |
| Writer | Alec Griffen Roth |
| Starring | Al Pacino, Charlie Heaton, Diana Silvers |
| Composer | Lesley Barber |
| Production Companies | Firebrand Media Group, Prominent Productions |
| Distributor | The Mise-En-Scène Company |
| Festival Premiere | August 8, 2025 (Rhode Island International Film Festival) |
| U.S. Theatrical Release | August 21, 2026 |
| Running Time | 90 minutes |
Official Synopsis: A film student in Los Angeles grapples with the death of his father, a failed screenwriter. While sorting through his belongings, he finds a box of unfinished screenplays and a handkerchief embroidered with the name “Billy Knight,” prompting a search across Hollywood for the figure behind the name. (External Link: IMDB)
Who Composed the Billy Knight Soundtrack?
The score for Billy Knight was composed by Lesley Barber. If you’ve come across a different composer credit for this film elsewhere online, note that Barber is the composer listed in the film’s official production credits. As of publication, no soundtrack album or song tracklist has been released for Billy Knight — we’ll update this page once one is confirmed.
Where to Watch Billy Knight
Billy Knight is scheduled to open in select U.S. theaters on August 21, 2026, following festival stops that included the Rhode Island International Film Festival, Newport Beach Film Festival, Coronado Island Film Festival, the UK Film Festival in London (where it won Best Feature Film), and the Torino Film Festival. No digital or streaming release date has been announced yet. Once Billy Knight becomes available for streaming or digital rental, it will likely appear on one of the major platforms in our streaming hub.
Billy Knight Cast
- Al Pacino as Billy Knight
- Charlie Heaton as Alex
- Diana Silvers as Emily
- Patrick Schwarzenegger
- Angela Sarafyan as Blake
- Elsie Hewitt as Suzanna
- Sara Sampaio as Gia
The project was announced in September 2022, with director Alec Griffen Roth telling The Hollywood Reporter: “Having the incomparable Al Pacino and the incredible talents Charlie Heaton and Diana Silvers in the film is a dream come true.” Producer Cameron Burnett added that Prominent Productions was founded “to discover the artists of our generation like Ale [Roth], and to help amplify their unique visions.” (External Link: The Hollywood Reporter)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Billy Knight soundtrack?
Lesley Barber composed the score for Billy Knight. No separate song soundtrack has been released as of this writing.
When does Billy Knight come out?
Billy Knight premiered on the festival circuit starting August 8, 2025, and is scheduled for a U.S. theatrical release on August 21, 2026, from the Mise-En-Scène Company. An earlier planned 2024 release did not happen while the film’s distribution was still being finalized.
What is Billy Knight about?
The film follows a film student in Los Angeles who, after his father’s death, discovers a box of unfinished screenplays and a handkerchief embroidered with the name “Billy Knight,” and sets out across Hollywood to find the person behind it.
Who stars in Billy Knight?
Billy Knight stars Al Pacino in the title role, alongside Charlie Heaton, Diana Silvers, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Angela Sarafyan, Elsie Hewitt, and Sara Sampaio.
Where can I watch Billy Knight?
Billy Knight opens in select U.S. theaters on August 21, 2026. A streaming or digital release has not been announced yet.
Is there a full Billy Knight soundtrack or tracklist?
Not yet. No official soundtrack album or song list has been published for Billy Knight as of this writing. This page will be updated once one becomes available.
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