The Misconceived

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The Misconceived
Directed byJames N. Kienitz Wilkins
Written by
  • James N. Kienitz Wilkins
  • Robin Schavoir
Produced by
Starring
Production
company
Automatic Moving
Release date
  • January 31, 2026 (2026-01-31)(IFFR)
Running time
89 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The Misconceived is a 2026 American 3D animated black comedy film written, produced, and directed by James N. Kienitz Wilkins.

Contents

It premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam on January 31, 2026.

Premise

A failed filmmaker turned single dad tries to make a living while retaining his sense of self.

Voice cast

Production

In July 2024, James N. Kienitz Wilkins revealed that he was working on a 3D animated absurdist black comedy film titled The Misconceived. [1] The main voice cast included: Jesse Wakeman, Jess Barbagallo, John Magary, and Callie Hernandez. [2] In January 2026, Visit Films acquired the international sales rights. [3]

Release

The Misconceived premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam on January 31, 2026. [4]

References

  1. ↑ Swen, Ryan (July 31, 2024). ""Everything Becomes Fair Game": James Kienitz Wilkins Discusses What Is Documentary". International Documentary Association . Retrieved February 1, 2026.
  2. ↑ Szalai, Georg (November 13, 2025). "Rotterdam Film Fest Adds 'The Misconceived' and Absurdist Musical Road Movie Whose Title Is Way Too Long for This Headline". The Hollywood Reporter . Retrieved February 1, 2026.
  3. ↑ Kay, Jeremy (January 29, 2026). "Visit Film acquires world sales on Rotterdam selection 'The Misconceived'". Screen Daily . Retrieved February 1, 2026.
  4. ↑ "Rotterdam Film Fest | 'The Misconceived'". International Film Festival Rotterdam . Retrieved February 1, 2026.
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