---
title: "White Lightning"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/white-lightning-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1793827
imdb_id: "tt47954002"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 0.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# White Lightning (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/white-lightning-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

White Lightning is a feature-length documentary released in the United States on October 23, 2026. The film follows 18-year-old sprinter King Combest as he tries to break a 25-year-old national high school record held by his father, Casey.

The story explores the Kentucky family's history with drugs, jail, and poverty. It focuses on the attempt to break cycles of the past through the lens of athletic achievement and personal legacy.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An 18-year-old sprinter attempts to break his father's long-standing national high school record."

### Why Watch
- Follows the journey of sprinter King Combest
- Explores themes of second chances and legacy
- Provides a look at the cycle of drugs, jail, and poverty

### Caveats & Content Note
- The subject matter involves cycles of drugs, jail, and poverty
- Tone & Suitability: The film is a gritty and funny documentary.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #gritty-documentary, #american-story, #sports-drama, #family-legacy, #social-cycle

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mark Anders
- **Networks / Studios**: 21 Raccoons

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream White Lightning?
The provided sources do not specify a streaming platform.

### Q: Is White Lightning worth watching?
The film is described as a gritty, funny, and uniquely American story about second chances.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes.

### Q: Is this a series or a movie?
White Lightning is a feature-length documentary.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [White Lightning — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1793827)
- [White Lightning (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1793827-white-lightning)
- [White Lightning Cast & Characters - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/white-lightning/C0SeGqFvsWWiT8EyUu6xP7/credits/)
- [White Lightning (2026) - Mark Anders Film | AceShowbiz](https://www.aceshowbiz.com/movie/white_lightning/)
- [White Lightning (1973) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070915/fullcredits/)
- [White Lightning (2026): Release Date & Cast - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/en-GB/movie/white-lightning-2026)

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