Get Ready for a Blockbuster Year: 11 A24 Films and Series Coming in 2023
After the nomination of Everything Everywhere All At Once and The Whale for this year’s Oscars, A24 has quickly become one of the most talked-about companies in showbiz! In anticipation of the upcoming awards season, the production house has revealed many exciting new films to be released in the coming year.
A24 has made waves in the past few years, particularly at this year’s Oscars — proving that a small indie production studio can produce projects that receive recognition from Hollywood’s most esteemed award shows. A24 has been on an incredible ascent since Everything Everywhere All At Once won the Academy Awards, grossing over $100 million and making iconic stars such as Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan part of history. A24 has a track record of delivering Oscar-caliber films, including Ex Machina (2014), Amy (2015), Room (2015), Moonlight (2016), Lady Bird (2017), The Disaster Artist( 2017 ), The Lighthouse(2019 ) and Minari( 2020 ). This year, they continue demonstrating their commitment to film industry excellence.
A24 fervently instigates its collaborators to tell stories beyond the usual Hollywood tropes so that they can express themselves through creative avenues. Recently, A24 has become a significant player in the television industry with their highly acclaimed and talked-about shows like Euphoria, Irma Vep, Ramy, and more. Even though the Oscars have been over for weeks, the entertainment industry is still joyfully celebrating with The Whale team and EEAAO! With A24’s upcoming projects this year, we know you are eager to see what they have in store. Look no further than the list below for a sneak peek of what is coming!
Beef – Series (April 6)
Netflix will present the mesmerizing story of Danny Choi (Steven Yuen) and Amy Lau (Ali Wong), two strangers whose lives collide in a thrilling road rage incident. Don’t miss Beef – coming soon to your streaming platform! Danny’s road rage is venting his frustration at being an unsuccessful contractor. Amy battles to keep up the facade of a perfect life.
Showing Up – Film (April 7)
This highly anticipated film will have its momentous premiere at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival and is slated for a Spring release. From acclaimed director Kelly Reichardt comes an American comedy-drama film featuring two Oscar-nominated performances by Michelle Williams and Hong Chau. On the brink of a momentous exhibition that could determine his career, an artist finds creative motivation amidst life’s tumultuousness.
Beau Is Afraid – Film (April 21)
Anxiety-ridden and on an odyssey home, the surrealist black comedy horror film from director Ari Aster follows a man’s journey after the death of his beloved mother. On his journey, Oscar-winning Joaquin Phoenix’s character faces the fears that haunt him most—even supernatural ones. He struggles to cope with a tumultuous upbringing of an overbearing mother and never having known his father while braving these dangers.
You Hurt My Feelings – Film (May 26)
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Tobias Menzies, Michaela Watkins, Arian Moayed, and Jeannie Berlin captivated viewers when the film debuted at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. From the creative mind of Nicole Holofcener comes a comedic drama that follows Beth — an accomplished novelist. After hearing her husband’s honest response to her latest book, she discovers their marriage is in jeopardy. Plagued by feelings of inadequacy and unfulfilling marriage to a failing actor, she seeks solace as she grapples with hurt and disappointment.
Past Lives – Film (June 2)
With Celine Song at the helm, this movie dives into the friendship between Nora (Greta Lee) and Hae Sung (Teo Yoo), two inseparable childhood companions drove apart when Nora’s family moves abroad. After twenty years, the duo unexpectedly reunites in New York City for a week of tumultuous contemplation and exploration of love, fate, and life decisions.
Talk to Me – Film (July 28)
Exploring the supernatural becomes a chilling game for a group of teenagers in this Australian horror movie. Reveling in communion with the spirits, they soon realize their newfound pastime has sinister consequences. When her mother’s death causes Sophia Wild’s character, Mia, to enter a world full of supernatural phenomena, what begins as an innocent séance quickly becomes a chilling case with dire consequences for everyone involved.
Dreaming Whilst Black – Series (2023 TBD)
Last year’s successful pilot, honored with an award, paved the way for this hit web series to be commissioned as a complete six-part TV series on BBC. A24 is also partnering with us to produce the project and will be responsible for distributing it worldwide. Drawing inspiration from actual events, this series follows Kwabena’s (Adjani Salmon) story as he navigates reality and his dreams while striving to make it in Babylon. As the summary indicates, “The problem is he’s broke, Black, and born into a Jamaican family who wishes he was an accountant.”
Problemista – Film (2023 TBD)
This comedic film features the acting talents of Tilda Swinton, RZA, Greta Lee, Isabella Rossellini, and Julio Torres. This comedic film takes us on a journey with Alejandro (Julio Torres), an ambitious toy designer from El Salvador who endeavors to bring his peculiar creations to life in New York City. Making its debut at SXSW, this movie will soon be available to a much broader audience later in the year.
Stop Making Sense – Film (2023 TBD)
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of Talking Heads, A24 will be premiering a restored 4K film from 1984 featuring David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz, and Jerry Harrison alongside Bernie Worrell, Alex Weir, Steve Scales, Lynn Mabry, and Edna Holt. Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Jonathan Demme’s iconic film has been widely acclaimed as the most fantastic concert movie ever. Re-experience the electric energy Talking Heads brought to Hollywood’s Pantages Theater over three electrifying nights in 1983 with their riveting performances.
The Idol – Series (2023 TBD)
To head up the creative division, A24 appointed Nick Hall – a veteran in television production who has worked with Amazon Studios and HBO. After relocating, The Idol is now a proud member of the A24 family, including Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd. At this year’s Cannes Film Festival, Sam Levinson will debut his new series starring Depp as Jocelyn – a pop singer striving to regain her status as the most desirable starlet in America. Throughout her journey, she becomes entangled in a complicated relationship with the leader of a modern cult.
The Iron Claw – Film (2023 TBD)
The life of a professional wrestler inspires the biopic Kevin Von Erich and his iconic family. Zac Efron portrays the legendary wrestler. The movie showcases the success of their professional wrestling career and the popularization of the iron claw. Starring Lily James, Harris Dickinson, Maura Tierney, and Holt McCallany – this cast is impressive.
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