The Unknown
First worldwide release
August 26, 2026
Length
2h 20m
Language
FR
DramaMysteryFantasy
🎬 Directed by Arthur Harari
🌟 Léa Seydoux, Niels Schneider, Valérie Dréville, Lilith Grasmug, Radu Jude
David Zimmerman, almost 40, is a photographer but no one knows it. When friends drag him to a wild party, he spots a woman in the crowd and can’t take his eyes off her, he follows her… A few hours later, David wakes up: he’s in the body of the unknown woman.
Trailer
Release Rollout
The Unknown opened first in Belgium, Switzerland and France on August 26, 2026. The rollout continues across 6 countries, finishing in Sweden on January 8, 2027.
Release Dates by Country
BelgiumAug 26, 2026
SwitzerlandAug 26, 2026
FranceAug 26, 2026
TurkeySep 11, 2026
NetherlandsOct 15, 2026
SwedenJan 8, 2027
Release Date History
Oct 3, 2026Belgium release announced for Aug 26, 2026
Oct 1, 2026Netherlands release announced for Oct 15, 2026
Sep 12, 2026South Korea release moved from Aug 26, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026
Sep 4, 2026United States release moved from Sep 28, 2026 to Sep 4, 2026
Sep 3, 2026United Kingdom release moved from Aug 26, 2026 to Oct 14, 2026
Aug 28, 2026United States release moved from Aug 26, 2026 to Sep 28, 2026
Aug 13, 2026Sweden release moved from Aug 26, 2026 to Jan 8, 2027
Aug 13, 2026Italy release moved from Jun 27, 2026 to Aug 26, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When does The Unknown come out?
The Unknown was released on August 26, 2026.
Who directed The Unknown?
The Unknown was directed by Arthur Harari.
How long is The Unknown?
The Unknown has a runtime of 2h 20m.
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