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James L. Brooks has returned to the director’s chair after a fifteen year break to bring “Ella McCay” to theaters. The upcoming American political comedy drama film stars Emma Mackey as the title character, an idealistic young politician who juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of her mentor, the state’s longtime incumbent governor.

The cast also includes  Jamie Lee Curtis, Jack Lowden, Kumail Nanjiani, Ayo Edebiri, Albert Brooks, and Woody Harrelson in supporting roles.

“Ella McCay” will be released by 20th Century Studios and will be in theaters December 12th, 2025.