What it’s about
California Schemin' (2026)
Opening against Flavia, this one will be fighting for the same weekend conversation.
It hits the big screen on April 10, 2026.
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In Theaters · April 10, 2026
California Schemin'
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Music · Comedy · Drama
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The Trailer
The California Schemin' trailer is here
Dropped August 19, 2026
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The cast
Who you’ll see in the trailer
On screen, it is Séamus McLean Ross, Samuel Bottomley and Lucy Halliday carrying the story. Séamus McLean Ross plays Gavin Bain.
Séamus McLean Ross
as Gavin Bain
Samuel Bottomley
as Billy Boyd
Lucy Halliday
as Mary Boyd
Rebekah Murrell
as Tessa
James McAvoy
as Anthony
Jennifer Winn
as Hayley
David Witts
as Jez Barton
Sonny Poon Tip
as Simon
Who’s making it
The history behind California Schemin'
The film comes from Homefront Productions, Blazing Griffin and Patriot Pictures. James McAvoy is in the director’s chair, with writing credits for Archie Thomson. The finished film runs 1 hour 47 minutes. It carries an R rating in the US.
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When does California Schemin' come out?
California Schemin' is scheduled to open in US theaters on April 10, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in California Schemin'?
Séamus McLean Ross, Samuel Bottomley, Lucy Halliday, Rebekah Murrell and James McAvoy lead the cast, directed by James McAvoy.
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