The Shitheads
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| Directed by | Macon Blair |
| Written by | Macon Blair |
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| Cinematography | Guillermo Garza |
| Edited by | Dane McMaster |
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Production company | Gramercy Park Media |
| Distributed by | Independent Film Company |
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Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Shitheads is a 2026 American comedy film written, produced, and directed by Macon Blair. The film stars Dave Franco (who also produces the film), O'Shea Jackson Jr., Mason Thames, and Peter Dinklage. It premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.
Premise
Two people that have hit rock bottom are forced to work together to transport a rich troubled teen to rehab for a shady transport service.
Cast
- Dave Franco as Mark, an unbothered scumbag
- O'Shea Jackson Jr. as Davis, a God-loving striver
- Mason Thames as Sheridan Kimberley
- Peter Dinklage as Koko
- Kiernan Shipka as Irina, a stripper
- Nicholas Braun as Pricka Bush Da Werewoof, a lycan-obsessed SoundCloud rapper
- Macon Blair as D.D., his buddy and a drug dealer
- Killer Mike as Pastor William Armstrong
- Will Blair as The Annoyed Coworker
- Brooke Blair and Kieran Blair as Scowling Diner
Production
In 2017, it was announced that Macon Blair was writing and directing an original film with Luke Wilson and Tracy Morgan set to star.[1] By May 2018, Morgan dropped out and Ron Funches took his place.[2]
In February 2025, it was announced that Dave Franco, O'Shea Jackson Jr., and Peter Dinklage had joined the cast, with Wilson and Funches dropping out.[3] In July of that year, Mason Thames joined the cast.[4]
Filming locations included areas in Paulding County, Georgia in the fall of 2025.
Release
The Shitheads premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 23, 2026.[5] In February 2026, Independent Film Company acquired U.S. distribution rights to the film, planning to release it later that summer.[6]
Reception
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 70% of 23 critics' reviews are positive.
References
- ^ Busch, Anita (March 6, 2017). "Tracy Morgan & Luke Wilson To Star In Imperative's And Macon Blair's 'The Shitheads'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (May 31, 2018). "Blockchain Streaming Platform Binge Takes World Rights To Macon Blair's 'The Shitheads' With Luke Wilson, Ron Funches". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (February 3, 2025). "Dave Franco, O'Shea Jackson Jr & Peter Dinklage Set For Raucous Comedy 'The Shitheads'; WME Independent & CAA Media Finance Taking To EFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 23, 2025.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (July 23, 2025). "'How To Train Your Dragon' Star Mason Thames Joins Dave Franco In 'The Shitheads'". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Gardner, Chris (December 10, 2025). "Sundance Sets 2026 Lineup With Charli XCX, Olivia Wilde, Salman Rushdie and Courtney Love Films". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved December 10, 2025.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (February 26, 2026). "Sundance Road Trip Comedy 'The Shitheads', Starring Dave Franco & O'Shea Jackson Jr., Gets U.S. Deal With IFC". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 26, 2026.