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American Boy (2026)
It shares its release window with Toy Story 5, so expect the two fanbases to be reacting side by side.
It hits the big screen on June 22, 2026.
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In Theaters · June 22, 2026
American Boy
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With the looming threat of deportation. Sam, who is undocumented, is on a night out with his two friends, to finally see if he could muster up the courage to get his crush's number.
American Boy follows a young undocumented Asian American man spending a night out with his two closest friends. After overcoming his anxiety with their encouragement, he finally finds the courage to speak to the person he loves. But on what should be the best night of his life, he is suddenly detained by ICE.
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The Trailer
First look: the American Boy trailer
Dropped April 23, 2026
The credits that matter
The history behind American Boy
Direction comes from Jingbei Bai.
Who’s on the poster
Who you’ll see in the trailer
Sebastian Son, Tiani Capozzoli and Charles Hamshaw lead the cast. Sebastian Son plays Sam.
Sebastian Son
as Sam
Tiani Capozzoli
Charles Hamshaw
Eliana Style
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When does American Boy come out?
American Boy is scheduled to open in US theaters on June 22, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in American Boy?
Sebastian Son, Tiani Capozzoli, Charles Hamshaw and Eliana Style lead the cast, directed by Jingbei Bai.
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