Standout: The Ben Kjar Story

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Standout: The Ben Kjar Story

With no chance at an ordinary life, he lived an extraordinary one.

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.

Release Date

2026-01-23

Year

2026

Duration

1h 39m

Status

Released

Score

0.00

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Cast

Ben Kjar

Ben Kjar

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LaCol Grant

Anthony Robles

Anthony Robles

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Colton Fielding

Young Ben

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Emily Wadley

Young Stana

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Stana Kjar

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Scott Kjar

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Parker D. Vaughn

Jerk Dad

Scarlett Hazen

Scarlett Hazen

Cheerleader

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Alisia Abegg