Film “Union County” to premiere at Sundance
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January 23, 2026
Will Poulter is shown in a scene from Union County. (Photo submitted)

Film “Union County” to premiere at Sundance

By Michael Williamson 

A feature film shot and set in Union County is premiering at the Sundance Film Festival later this month.

The aptly named, Union County, is set to make its world premiere at the Eccles Theatre in Park City, Utah on Jan. 29. Actor Will Poulter (Warefare, The Maze Runner, We’re the Millers) plays Cod...

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