Sony Pictures has moved the release date of the family comedy 'The Breadwinner' from March 13 to May 29, 2026, targeting the post-Memorial Day weekend for family audiences. The film marks the feature debut of comedian Nate Bargatze, who stars alongside Mandy Moore in a story about role reversal in parenting. This adjustment positions the movie amid summer competition from several other releases.
The decision to delay 'The Breadwinner' comes as Sony seeks to optimize its rollout during a high-traffic period for family viewings, coinciding with the start of summer break. Originally slated for March 13, the film now arrives on May 29, vacating its prior slot previously occupied by Universal's adaptation of Colleen Hoover's 'Reminders of Him' and an A24 project.
Directed by Eric Appel, 'The Breadwinner' follows Nate Wilcox, a lifelong breadwinner played by Bargatze, who becomes a stay-at-home dad after his wife Katie—portrayed by Mandy Moore—secures a major business deal on 'Shark Tank.' With little prior experience in childcare, Nate manages their three young daughters, turning household duties into his greatest challenge yet. Bargatze co-wrote the screenplay with Dan Lagana.
The ensemble cast includes Colin Jost, Zach Cherry, Martin Herlihy, Kate Berlant, Kumail Nanjiani, and Will Forte, adding comedic depth to the narrative. Production credits list Jeremy Latcham, Nate Bargatze, and Dan Lagana as producers, with executive producers JoAnn Perritano, Michael Musgrave, and Tyler Zacharia.
On its new date, 'The Breadwinner' will face competition from Paramount's horror film 'Passenger' directed by André Øvredal, Focus Features' 'Pressure' starring Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser, an untitled A24 horror movie, and Black Bear's crime drama 'Tuner' featuring Dustin Hoffman and Leo Woodall. This strategic shift underscores Hollywood's ongoing adjustments to maximize box office potential in a crowded marketplace.
