Movie Description
Standout: The Ben Kjar Story
(2026)Overview
Standout tells the powerful story of Ben Kjar, born with Crouzon Syndrome, a rare craniofacial disorder. From birth, doctors warn that his life will be overshadowed by limitations. Ben yearns for an ordinary life free from the harsh scrutiny he faces daily. However, each experience of adversity, including relentless bullying and a series of painful surgeries, ignites a fire within him. Wrestling becomes his proving ground, a place where he learns to transform his facial difference into a source of power. Determined to succeed, he pushes himself relentlessly, breaking through physical, social, and even romantic barriers that once seemed insurmountable. But as unexpected challenges arise and ridicule resurfaces, Ben finds himself at a defining crossroads: fade into the background of a “normal” life, or fully embrace his unique path and boldly stand out.
Featured Crew
- Director : Tanner Christensen
- Producer : T.C. Christensen,Tanner Christensen,Ben Kjar,Jared Hess
- Writer : Tanner Christensen
- Editor : Tanner Christensen
- Cast : Ben Kjar,LaCol Grant,Anthony Robles,Colton Fielding,Emily Wadley,Stana Kjar,Scott Kjar,Parker D. Vaughn,Scarlett Hazen,Alisia Abegg,Aaliyah Booker,Hadyn Call,Nate Clark,Logan Essig,Shauna Essig,Alayna Fielding,Brooks Fielding,Claire Grant,Daryl Grant,Valenna Grant,Jill Haslam,Katie Jenkins,Greg Kjar,Luke Kjar,Grayson McDaniel,Carole Mikita,Louis Morales Jr.,Zac Morby,Tate Nelson,Clint Pulver,Dan Rascone,Cyler Sanderson,Shandell Smoot,Jack Spates,Wade Steed,Jared Sumsion,Bart Thompson,Greg Williams,Seth Wright
Cast
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Jerk Dad
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Jerk's Daughter
Jerk's Son
Young Alisia
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Round Face
Newscaster
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Young Nate
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Referee
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Facts
Original TitleStandout: The Ben Kjar Story
Status Released
Release Information
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2026-01-23
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 39m
Homepagehttp://standoutfilm.com
Production CompaniesRemember Films,The Visual Transit Authority
Genres
- Documentary
