Code 8 (2019 film)

Code 8 is an upcoming Canadian sci-fi film directed by Jeff Chan, as a sequel to the short film, Code 8.

Plot
A desperate young man possessing special powers clashes with a militarized police force after committing a petty crime.

Development
In 2016, Robbie and Stephen Amell released a short film, Code 8, which acted as a teaser for a potential feature film. Asking for $200,000 the fundraising campaign quickly raised $1 million, and currently sits over $2 million. On June 12, 2017, Laysla De Oliveira was cast in the film.

Filming
Principal photography began on June 1, 2017 in Toronto, Ontario.

Distribution
On February 9, 2017, during the Berlin International Film Festival, XYZ Films acquired the international sales rights for the film.