The Shitheads
| The Shitheads | |
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| Directed by | Macon Blair |
| Written by | Macon Blair |
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| Cinematography | Guillermo Garza |
| Edited by | Dane McMaster |
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Production company | Gramercy Park Media |
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Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Shitheads is an upcoming American comedy film written, produced, and directed by Macon Blair. The film stars Dave Franco (who also produces the film), O'Shea Jackson Jr., Mason Thames, and Peter Dinklage. It is set to premiere at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.
Premise
Two people that have hit rock bottom are forced to work together to transport a rich troubled teen to rehab for a shady transport service.
Cast
- Dave Franco as Mark
- O'Shea Jackson Jr. as Davis
- Mason Thames as Sheridan
- Peter Dinklage
- Kiernan Shipka
- Nicholas Braun
Production
In 2017, it was announced that Macon Blair was writing and directing an original film with Luke Wilson and Tracy Morgan set to star.[2] By May 2018, Morgan dropped out and Ron Funches took his place.[3]
In February 2025, it was announced that Dave Franco, O'Shea Jackson Jr., and Peter Dinklage had joined the cast, with Wilson and Funches dropping out.[4] In July of that year, Mason Thames joined the cast.[5]
Release
The Shitheads is set to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, which will be held from January 22 to February 1, 2026.[6]
References
- ^ https://festival.sundance.org/program/film/6932fb9e1a5535540091b5e8
- ^ Busch, Anita (March 6, 2017). "Tracy Morgan & Luke Wilson To Star In Imperative's And Macon Blair's 'The Shitheads'". Retrieved July 23, 2025.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (May 31, 2018). "Blockchain Streaming Platform Binge Takes World Rights To Macon Blair's 'The Shitheads' With Luke Wilson, Ron Funches". Retrieved July 23, 2025.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (February 3, 2025). "Dave Franco, O'Shea Jackson Jr & Peter Dinklage Set For Raucous Comedy 'The Shitheads'; WME Independent & CAA Media Finance Taking To EFM". Retrieved July 23, 2025.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (July 23, 2025). "'How To Train Your Dragon' Star Mason Thames Joins Dave Franco In 'The Shitheads'".
- ^ Gardner, Chris (December 10, 2025). "Sundance Sets 2026 Lineup With Charli XCX, Olivia Wilde, Salman Rushdie and Courtney Love Films". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved December 10, 2025.