The Breadwinner (2026 film)

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The Breadwinner
Directed by Eric Appel
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Distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing
Release date
  • March 13, 2026 (2026-03-13)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

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, as well as Mandy Moore, Will Forte, Colin Jost, and Kumail Nanjiani.

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The film is scheduled to be released in the United States on March 13, 2026.

Premise

After his wife ends up landing a deal on Shark Tank , Nate Bargatze has to become a stay-at-home dad.

Cast

Production

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. [1] In February 2025, it was announced that Eric Appel would direct the film. [2] In May 2025, Mandy Moore, Will Forte, Colin Jost, Kumail Nanjiani, Zach Cherry, Kate Berlant, and Martin Herlihy were cast in the film. [3] [4] Principal photography began on May 22, 2025, in Atlanta. [5]

Release

The Breadwinner is scheduled to be released in the United States on March 13, 2026. [6]

References

  1. Kroll, Justin (November 4, 2024). "Nate Bargatze To Star In Comedy 'The Breadwinner' For TriStar Pictures". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved May 5, 2025.
  2. Kroll, Justin (February 25, 2025). "Eric Appel To Direct TriStar Pic 'The Breadwinner' Starring Nate Bargatze". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved May 5, 2025.
  3. Grobar, Matt (May 5, 2025). "Mandy Moore To Star Opposite Nate Bargatze In TriStar Comedy 'The Breadwinner'". Deadline Hollywood .
  4. Kit, Borys (May 15, 2025). "Will Forte, Colin Jost, Kumail Nanjiani Join Nate Bargatze in Comedy 'The Breadwinner'". The Hollywood Reporter .
  5. 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.
  6. Chitwood, Adam (March 31, 2025). "Nate Bargatze's Film Debut 'The Breadwinner' Sets 2026 Release From Sony". TheWrap . Retrieved March 31, 2025.