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Music · Comedy · Drama · 1h 47m · 2026

California Schemin'

★ 6.0 / 10 · 9 votes EN
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After being ridiculed for their Scottish accents, two ambitious musicians reinvent themselves as American rappers and fool the British music industry into a lucrative record deal, only for their elaborate lie to unravel under the weight of instant fame.

Directed by James McAvoy Starring Séamus McLean Ross, Samuel Bottomley, Lucy Halliday, Rebekah Murrell, James McAvoy
MusicComedyDrama
First releaseApr 10, 2026
Score6.0 / 10
Length1h 47m
LanguageEN

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Release rollout

California Schemin' opened first in United Kingdom and Ireland on April 10, 2026. The rollout continues across 7 countries, finishing in Singapore on January 21, 2027. In the United States, it arrived in theaters on October 2, 2026.

Release dates by country

United KingdomApr 10, 2026
IrelandApr 10, 2026
United StatesOct 2, 2026
EstoniaOct 23, 2026
LatviaOct 30, 2026
UkraineNov 5, 2026
SingaporeJan 21, 2027

Release date history

Nov 11, 2026Singapore release announced for Jan 21, 2027
Oct 7, 2026Ukraine release announced for Nov 5, 2026
Sep 29, 2026Latvia release moved from Sep 11, 2026 to Oct 30, 2026
Sep 25, 2026Estonia release moved from Apr 10, 2026 to Oct 23, 2026

Frequently asked questions

When does California Schemin' come out?

California Schemin' was released on April 10, 2026.

When does California Schemin' come out in United States?

California Schemin' was released in United States on October 2, 2026.

When does California Schemin' come out in United Kingdom?

California Schemin' was released in United Kingdom on April 10, 2026.

Who directed California Schemin'?

California Schemin' was directed by James McAvoy.

How long is California Schemin'?

California Schemin' has a runtime of 1h 47m.

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