Director Nancy Meyers has confirmed she will start shooting a new movie in May 2026, starring Kieran Culkin, with a theatrical release planned. The announcement came during a Q&A session for her film Father of the Bride in Los Angeles. While details remain scarce, speculation points to it being her long-developed project Paris Paramount.
Nancy Meyers, known for romantic comedies like The Holiday and It's Complicated, shared exciting news about her next project at a screening and Q&A for Father of the Bride in Los Angeles on December 20, 2025. She revealed that production will begin in May 2026 and emphasized that the film is destined for theaters rather than streaming platforms.
Kieran Culkin, fresh off an Oscar win for his supporting role in A Real Pain, is set to star. This pairing has generated buzz, given Meyers' track record of blending humor, romance, and emotional depth with strong ensembles.
The project may be Paris Paramount, a semi-autobiographical rom-com Meyers wrote in 2023. Originally pitched to Netflix, it faced budget hurdles: the streamer greenlit $130 million, but Meyers sought $150 million, leading to its rejection. Since then, she has been shopping the script, with recent reports suggesting interest from Warner Bros. The story revolves around a group making a film, inspired by Ernst Lubitsch's quip preferring 'Paris, Paramount to Paris, France.' Meyers described it on Instagram as capturing 'the magic and mystery of what we do.'
Early casting rumors for Paris Paramount included Scarlett Johansson, Owen Wilson, Penélope Cruz, and Michael Fassbender, none of whom overlap with Culkin. Meyers did not confirm if this is indeed the film, leaving room for speculation. Budget estimates vary slightly, hovering above $100 million.
This marks Meyers' return to directing after a hiatus, promising a return to her elegant, character-driven style.
