Midnight Special - Trailer

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Alton is a very special young boy who has been given a unique gift. When his father, Roy, finds out that Alton is in trouble with his freedom - and life - in jeopardy, Roy takes matters in his own hands and kidnaps his son. On the run and being hunted by religious extremists and special agents, Roy takes to the road with his close friend in order to protect his son.

Midnight Special was written and directed by Jeff Nichols who also wrote and directed the 2012 film Mud starring Matthew McConaughey and the 2011 film Take Shelter which also saw Michael Shannon play one of the lead roles.