A24 has unveiled the first trailer for Misty Green (2026), Chris Rock’s first directorial project in twelve years. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Second chance in Hollywood
Misty Green follows the actress of the same name Misty Green, who wants to revive her career years after her big breakthrough. Personal problems and a difficult relationship with her brother have hindered her success for years. When film director Jordan offers her a promising role, a second chance finally seems within reach. However, their shared past threatens to disrupt this opportunity again.
Actress Misty Green tries to revive her stalled career. When director Jordan offers her a promising role, a second chance seems within reach.
Star cast
Misty Green has a cast with many established names. The leading role is played by Rosalind Eleazar (Slow Horses (2022– ), The Personal History of David Copperfield (2019)) also starring Adam Driver (Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015), Marriage Story (2019)), Daniel Kaluuya (Get Out (2017), Black Panther (2018)) an Anna Kendrick (Twilight (2008), Up in the Air (2009)). Chris Rock is not only responsible for the direction and the screenplay, but also appears in the film himself as director Jordan
Chris Rock’s first drama
Although Chris Rock is best known for comedies like Top Five (2014) in Head of State (2003), he chooses with Misty Green for a more serious tone. Moreover, it is his first feature film as a director since Top Five from 2014.
Cinema date
Misty Green will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and hit North American theaters in October. The Dutch release date is not yet known.
Beeld: ‘Misty Green’ via TMDB
Text: A24
