Based on the classic novel by William Faulkner, first published in 1930, "As I Lay Dying" is the story of the death of Addie Bundren and her family's quest to honor her last wish to be buried in the nearby … James Franco, Danny McBride, Logan Marshall-Green, Ahna O'Reilly, Jim Parrack, Tim Blake Nelson, Beth Grant Added on Peacock 2021-07-17. Youtube Trailer