The Breadwinner (2026 film)
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| Directed by | Eric Appel |
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| Distributed by | Sony Pictures Releasing |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Breadwinner is an upcoming American comedy film directed by Eric Appel from a script by Nate Bargatze and Dan Lagana. The film stars Bargatze in his film debut, as well as Mandy Moore, Colin Jost, Zach Cherry, Martin Herlihy, Kumail Nanjiani, and Will Forte.
The film is scheduled to be released in the United States on May 29, 2026.
Premise
[edit]After his wife ends up landing a deal on Shark Tank, Nate Wilcox[1] has to become a stay-at-home dad.
Cast
[edit]- Nate Bargatze as Nate Wilcox[1]
- Mandy Moore as Katie Wilcox, Nate's wife
- Will Forte as Keegan[1]
- Colin Jost
- Kumail Nanjiani as Peyton
- Zach Cherry
- Kate Berlant
- Martin Herlihy
- Stella Grace Fitzgerald
- Birdie Borria
- Charlotte Ann Tucker
Production
[edit]In November 2024, TriStar Pictures acquired the rights to the Nate Bargatze’s The Breadwinner, a preemptive acquisition while the screenplay was still being written.[2] In February 2025, it was announced that Eric Appel would direct the film.[3] In May 2025, Mandy Moore, Will Forte, Colin Jost, Kumail Nanjiani, Zach Cherry, Kate Berlant, and Martin Herlihy were cast in the film.[4][5] Principal photography began on May 22, 2025, in Atlanta.[6] Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson composed the film's score, after having collaborated with Apple on Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.[7]
Release
[edit]The Breadwinner is scheduled to be released in the United States on May 29, 2026.[8] It was previously scheduled to release on March 13, 2026.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "THE BREADWINNER - Behind the Scenes With Nate Bargatze". YouTube. Sony Pictures Entertainment.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (November 4, 2024). "Nate Bargatze To Star In Comedy 'The Breadwinner' For TriStar Pictures". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (February 25, 2025). "Eric Appel To Direct TriStar Pic 'The Breadwinner' Starring Nate Bargatze". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (May 5, 2025). "Mandy Moore To Star Opposite Nate Bargatze In TriStar Comedy 'The Breadwinner'". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Kit, Borys (May 15, 2025). "Will Forte, Colin Jost, Kumail Nanjiani Join Nate Bargatze in Comedy 'The Breadwinner'". The Hollywood Reporter.
- ^ Staff, Filming in Georgia (May 22, 2025). "The Breadwinner Filming in Atlanta with Nate Bargatze and Mandy Moore". Filming in Georgia. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ^ "Leo Birenberg & Zach Robinson Scoring Eric Appel's 'The Breadwinner'". Film Music Reporter. Retrieved January 6, 2025.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (February 2, 2026). "Nate Bargatze Comedy 'The Breadwinner' Heads To Summer". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 2, 2026.
- ^ Chitwood, Adam (March 31, 2025). "Nate Bargatze's Film Debut 'The Breadwinner' Sets 2026 Release From Sony". TheWrap. Archived from the original on March 31, 2025. Retrieved March 31, 2025.