TMDb/Southland Tales Movie Celebrate 20 years of the cult sci-fi epic Southland Tales. Explore its star-studded cast, troubled release, and why director Richard Kelly's vision endures. April 6, 2026 AceShowbiz - Southland Tales is marking its 20th anniversary with renewed interest, highlighting both its cult status and the challenges it faced upon release. The film, directed by Richard Kelly, who previously gained acclaim for Donnie Darko, assembled an ensemble cast including Dwayne Johnson, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Lou Taylor Pucci, Mandy Moore, Justin Timberlake, and Seann William Scott.