US EditionFirst Look At Apple X Mattel’s John Cena-Led Film ‘Matchbox The Movie'
John Cena leads a globe-trotting action-adventure based on Mattel's Matchbox cars, premiering globally on Apple TV with a cast including Jessica Biel and Sam Richardson.
- At its Santa Monica press day, Apple TV revealed first-look images and set a global release date of Oct. 9, 2026, for the film.
- Mattel Films' relaunch in 2023 has led to Matchbox The Movie as its second major outing, reflecting Mattel and Apple’s push to build on Barbie's momentum for Apple TV's 2026 film slate.
- Directed by Sam Hargrave from a script by David Coggeshall, with Skydance Media and Mattel Films producing and named producers attached.
- The film centers on Sean, an undercover CIA agent whose kidnapping and framing sparks an international pursuit, while a group of childhood friends must clear their names as Matchbox brand aims to launch a fresh franchise.
- Cast members Arturo Castro, Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, and Teyonah Parris said they tapped childhood Matchbox memories and used life-size cars, while Apple included Matchbox among other first-look previews.
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