Brian (film)
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| Directed by | Will Ropp |
| Written by | Mike Scollins |
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| Cinematography | Matthew Pothier |
| Edited by | Anisha Acharya |
| Music by | Lawrence |
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Running time | 94 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Brian is a 2026 American coming-of-age comedy film directed by Will Ropp and written by Mike Scollins. It stars Ben Wang, William H. Macy, Edi Patterson, Randall Park, Natalie Morales, Joshua Colley, Peyton Elizabeth Lee, and Thomas Barbusca.
Premise
An acerbic high-school student runs for class president in an attempt to get closer to his teacher.
Cast
- Ben Wang as Brian
- William H. Macy
- Edi Patterson
- Randall Park
- Natalie Morales
- Joshua Colley
- Peyton Elizabeth Lee
- Thomas Barbusca
- Jacob Moskovitz
- Mackenna Shults
Production
Principal photography wrapped in May 2025, in Oklahoma, for a coming-of-age comedy film by actor Will Ropp who made his feature film directorial debut, and Mike Scollins writing the script. Ben Wang was cast in the lead role as the titular character, alongside William H. Macy, Edi Patterson, and Randall Park.[1] In June, Natalie Morales, Joshua Colley, Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Thomas Barbusca, and Jacob Moskovitz were revealed to have joined the cast.[2]
Release
Brian had its world premiere at the SXSW on March 14, 2026.[3]
References
- ^ Coates, Lauren; Malkin, Marc (May 19, 2025). "William H. Macy, Ben Wang Wrap Will Ropp's Teen Comedy "Brian" (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
- ^ Malkin, Marc (June 17, 2025). "'Doogie Kameāloha, M.D.' Star Peyton Elizabeth Lee and 'Dead Boy Detectives' Actor Joshua Colley Join Coming-of-Age Comedy 'Brian'". Variety. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
- ^ "Brian - SXSW". South by Southwest. Retrieved February 5, 2026.