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Misty Green
Teaser poster
Directed byChris Rock
Written byChris Rock
Produced by
  • Peter Rice
  • Chris Rock
  • David Worthen Brooks
  • Victoria Thomas
Starring
CinematographyKira Kelly
Edited byAdam Dicterow
Music byMarcus Miller
Production
companies
  • Macro Film Studios
  • Confluential Films
Distributed byA24
Release dates
  • September 12, 2026 (2026-09-12) (TIFF)
  • October 9, 2026 (2026-10-09) (United States)
Running time
103 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Misty Green is an upcoming American drama film written and directed by Chris Rock. It stars Rosalind Eleazar, Adam Driver, Daniel Kaluuya, Anna Kendrick, Topher Grace, and Rock himself.

The film will have its world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival on September 12, and is scheduled to be theatrically released in the United States by A24 on October 9.

Premise

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Award-winning actress Misty Green, stuck in the throes of a fading career, revisits her past and addresses her personal demons as she tries for a comeback after reconnecting with her former agent.

Cast

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Production

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It was announced in November 2024 that Chris Rock was set to write and direct a film for Neon, in which he would also star. The film at the time was titled Misty Green.[1]

In July 2025, the now untitled project moved to A24, and began production in Los Angeles. Rosalind Eleazar was cast in the role of Misty Green, with Adam Driver, Daniel Kaluuya, and Anna Kendrick also added to the cast.[2] Topher Grace, Anthony Anderson, Kelli Garner, Amy Landecker, and Rich Sommer joined the cast the next month.[3][4] Tracie Thoms joined the cast by March 2026.[5] Marcus Miller composed the score, his fourth collaboration with Rock after Head of State, Everybody Hates Chris, and I Think I Love My Wife.[6]

Release

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Misty Green will premiere in the Gala Presentations section at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival in September 12. It was also selected for the Main Slate of the 2026 New York Film Festival. It is scheduled for release on October 9, 2026.[7][8][9]

Reception

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Award Date of ceremony Category Recipient(s) Result Ref.
Toronto International Film Festival September 13, 2026 TIFF Tribute Performer Award Rosalind Eleazar Honored [10]

References

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  1. ↑ Wiseman, Andreas (November 1, 2024). "Chris Rock To Direct & Star In Hollywood Story Misty Green For Macro & Confluential; Neon, CAA Media Finance Launching For AFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 28, 2025.
  2. ↑ Grobar, Matt (July 28, 2025). "Rosalind Eleazar, Adam Driver, Daniel Kaluuya & Anna Kendrick Join Chris Rock In His Debut Feature For A24". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 28, 2025.
  3. ↑ Kroll, Justin (August 7, 2025). "Topher Grace Joins A24 Pic From Director Chris Rock". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 7, 2025.
  4. ↑ Grobar, Matt (August 18, 2025). "Anthony Anderson, Kelli Garner, Amy Landecker & Rich Sommer Join Chris Rock's Latest Directorial Effort At A24". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 18, 2025.
  5. ↑ Grobar, Matt (March 11, 2026). "Tracie Thoms Joins Pamela Anderson, Billy Bob Thornton & Ariana Greenblatt In Brian Klugman Drama 'Somedays'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
  6. ↑ "Marcus Miller Scoring Chris Rock's 'Misty Green'". Film Music Reporter. July 29, 2026. Retrieved July 29, 2026.
  7. ↑ John Hazelton, "Chris Rock, Yeon Sang-ho, Peter Farrelly titles among Toronto film festival galas and special presentations". Screen Daily, July 20, 2026.
  8. ↑ "Misty Green". Toronto International Film Festival. Archived from the original on July 26, 2026. Retrieved August 11, 2026.
  9. ↑ https://www.boxofficemojo.com/release/rl3477111041/?ref_=bo_rs_table_8
  10. ↑ Davis, Clayton (July 29, 2026). "Penélope Cruz, Isabelle Huppert, Lee Chang-dong Among First TIFF Tribute Awards Honorees". Variety. Retrieved August 15, 2026.
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