The Gymnast (2026 film)
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| Directed by | Charlotte Glynn |
| Written by | Charlotte Glynn |
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| Cinematography | Kayla Hoff |
| Edited by | Lia Kulakauskas |
Production company | Hot Rod |
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Running time | 84 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Gymnast is a 2026 American drama film written and directed by Charlotte Glynn, in her directorial debut. It stars Ethan Embry, Margarita Levieva, Britney Wheeler and Will Mossek.
It had its world premiere at the 55th International Film Festival Rotterdam.
Premise
A gymnast and her father fight to reinvent themselves after a possible career ending injury.
Cast
- Ethan Embry as Rich
- Margarita Levieva as Stephanie
- Britney Wheeler as Monica
- Will Mossek as Mike
- Cotter Smith as Dr. Sherman
Production
In December 2023, it was announced Ethan Embry and Margarita Levieva had joined the cast of the film, with Charlotte Glynn directing from a screenplay she wrote.[2]
Principal photography began in November 2023 and concluded December 2023 in Pittsburgh.[3]
The film participated in the Los Cabos International Film Festival Films in Development section,[4] Sundance Catalyst,[5] and the IFP Project Forum.[6] Additional funds for the film were raised via Kickstarter.[7]
Release
The Gymnast had its world premiere at the 55th International Film Festival Rotterdam on January 30, 2026.[8]
References
- ^ "The Gymnast". International Film Festival Rotterdam. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (December 20, 2023). "Ethan Embry & Margarita Levieva Join Indie Drama 'The Gymnast'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ Axelrod, Joshua (December 27, 2023). "Hollywood veterans lead Pittsburgh native's locally shot indie drama 'The Gymnast'". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ Lang, Jamie (November 9, 2018). "'Billions' Producers Pitch Debut Feature From Charlotte Glynn, 'The Gymnast,' at Los Cabos". Variety. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ "Charlotte Glynn". State University of New York at Purchase. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ "IFP Project Forum Complete List – 2018 IFP Week". The Gotham Film & Media Institute. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ Macaulay, Scott (July 7, 2023). "Kickstarter Watch: Charlotte Glynn's The Gymnast". Filmmaker. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ Goodfellow, Melanie (December 16, 2025). "Rotterdam 2026 Lineup: Charlotte Glynn's 'The Gymnast', Ana Urushadze's 'Supporting Role' & Tiago Melo's 'Yellow Cake' Set For Competition". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
External links
- The Gymnast at IMDb