Mouse (2026 film)
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| Written by | Kelly O'Sullivan |
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| Edited by | Mike S. Smith |
| Music by | Hamilton Leithauser |
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Running time | 120 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $3 million[2] |
Mouse is a 2026 American coming-of-age drama film directed by Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson, and written by O'Sullivan. It stars Sophie Okonedo, Katherine Mallen Kupferer, Chloe Coleman, Tara Mallen, Iman Vellani, and David Hyde Pierce.
The film had its world premiere at the Panorama section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on February 13, 2026.
Premise
When Callie and Minnie's relationship is upended on the eve of their senior year, Minnie forms a complicated friendship with Callie's mother.
Cast
- Sophie Okonedo as Helen Bell
- Katherine Mallen Kupferer as Minnie Dunn
- Chloe Coleman as Callie Bell
- Tara Mallen as Barbara Dunn
- Iman Vellani as Kat
- David Hyde Pierce as Mr. Murdaugh
- Beck Nolan as Brad Hugg
- Addisyn Cain as Brandi Combs
- Audrey Grace Marshall as Cara
- Christopher R. Ellis as Mark Bell
Production
In January 2024, it was reported that Alex Thompson and Kelly O'Sullivan were working on their next film titled Mouse.[3] Principal photography began in Little Rock, Arkansas on September 16, 2024,[4][5] and wrapped in April 2025, with Sophie Okonedo, Katherine Mallen Kupferer, Chloe Coleman, Iman Vellani, David Hyde Pierce, Tara Mallen, Beck Nolan, Addisyn Cain, Audrey Grace Marshall, and Christopher R. Ellis.[6][7] In January 2026, Visit Films had acquired the international sales rights to the film.[8]
Release
Mouse premiered at the Panorama section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on February 13, 2026.[9][10]
Reception
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 14 critics' reviews are positive.[11]
Pete Hammond of Deadline Hollywood wrote that the film "has so much authenticity, the feel and smell of a suburban Southern town, the start of summer, a coming-of-age near the turn of a century, the search for your own identity lost in the shadow of a bigger personality, the meaning of being a true friend and finding a way forward when you discover that you are alone."[12] Bigle Ebiri of Vulture noted the realistic portrayal of loss and grief, and the focus on the inevitable human messiness that follows.[13]
Accolades
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| Teddy Award | February 20, 2026 | Best Feature Film | Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson | Nominated | [14] |
| Panorama Audience Award | February 21, 2026 | Best Feature Film | Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson | Nominated | [15] |
References
- ^ "Mouse - Visit Films". Visit Films. Retrieved January 29, 2026.
- ^ Phillips, Michael (June 5, 2024). "Chicago filmmaking couple and a local theater family lead the collaborative way on 'Ghostlight'". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (January 16, 2024). "Filmmaker Duo Kelly O'Sullivan And Alex Thompson Sign With Gersh". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 4, 2026.
- ^ Tracy, Ed (December 13, 2021). "CONVERSATIONS Kelly O'Sullivan - The Play That Goes Wrong". Picks in Six. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
- ^ "Paid roles for Mouse, a new movie filming in Little Rock starting 9/16!". Facebook. September 9, 2024. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
- ^ Lang, Brent (April 8, 2025). "Sophie Okonedo, Katherine Mallen Kupferer, Chloe Coleman Starring in 'Mouse,' Next Film From 'Ghostlight' Directors (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved April 9, 2025.
- ^ Lavallée, Eric (April 8, 2025). "Girlfriend Material: Alex Thompson & Kelly O'Sullivan Complete Production on 'Mouse'". Ion Cinema. Retrieved April 9, 2025.
- ^ Barraclough, Leo (January 27, 2026). "'Mouse,' Starring Sophie Okonedo, Acquired by Visit Films Ahead of Berlinale World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved January 27, 2026.
- ^ Goodfellow, Melanie (December 17, 2025). "Berlinale Unveils First Titles For 2026 Edition". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 17, 2025.
- ^ "Berlinale Schedule". Berlin International Film Festival. February 3, 2026. Retrieved February 3, 2026.
- ^ "Mouse". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved March 4, 2026.
- ^ Hammond, Pete (February 13, 2026). "'Mouse' Review: Sophie Okonedo & Katherine Mallen-Kupferer Superb In Stunning Coming-Of-Age Drama From 'Ghostlight' Filmmakers' – Berlin Film Festival". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ Ebiri, Bigle (February 13, 2026). "'Do You Think I'm Going to Hell?'". Vulture. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ Yossman, K.J. (February 11, 2026). "Berlinale's Teddy Awards Celebrate 40th Anniversary as Queer Cinema Faces Fresh Threats: 'Globally We're Facing a Backlash'". Variety. Retrieved February 14, 2026.
- ^ "Berlinale 2026: The Panorama Audience Awards Go to Staatsschutz by Faraz Shariat and Traces by Alisa Kovalenko and Marysia Nikitiuk". Berlin International Film Festival. February 21, 2026. Retrieved February 21, 2026.