Official Trailer: 'Ella McCay' directed by the award-winning James L. Brooks'

The star-studded comedy 'Ella McCay' from James L. Brooks opens in theaters December 12

ByEmiko SmithOTRC logo
Monday, August 4, 2025
Emma Mackey & Jamie Lee Curtis star in 'Ella McCay,' a new comedy film

LOS ANGELES -- Oscar and Emmy Award winner James L. Brooks is back behind the camera with "Ella McCay," a new comedy set to premiere exclusively in theaters on December 12.

"Ella McCay" follows the story of a bright, idealistic young woman as she tries to balance her demanding professional life with the chaos of her family - a heartfelt and humorous look at the people we love and the challenges that come with them.

The film features a standout ensemble cast, including Emma Mackey, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jack Lowden, Kumail Nanjiani, Ayo Edebiri, Rebecca Hall, Julie Kavner, Becky Ann Baker, Joey Brooks, and Spike Fearn, with appearances from Albert Brooks and Woody Harrelson.

Produced by James L. Brooks along with Richard Sakai, Julie Ansell, and Jennifer Brooks, "Ella McCay" marks a return to the director's signature storytelling style that made classics like "Broadcast News" and "Terms of Endearment" so beloved.

"Ella McCay" premieres in theaters on December 12.

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