Matchbox the Movie
"Save the world, bring your friends."
About
When a group of former childhood friends reconnect, their reunion takes a wild turn as they stumble upon a dangerous international plot—and must save the world.
Cast
Trailer
Details
- Age Rating
- PG-13
- TMDB Status
- Released
- Writers
- David Coggeshall
- Producers
- David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger
- Composer
- Alex Belcher
- Cinematography
- Pedro Luque
- Countries
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
Release Dates by Region
- Indonesia · Digital: October 9, 2026
- United States · Premiere: October 5, 2026
- United States · Digital: October 8, 2026
Where to Watch
United States: Stream on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
Indonesia: Stream on Apple TV
Data by TMDB / JustWatch.
About This Release
The highly anticipated Matchbox the Movie is officially set to hit the big screen on Monday, October 5, 2026. This upcoming Action, Comedy, Adventure film promises a thrilling cinematic experience for audiences worldwide. As a project based on toy lore, it taps into a sense of nostalgia while delivering a high-stakes narrative. With a runtime of 2h 7m, the film offers a substantial journey for viewers looking for an engaging story about childhood friends who find themselves in an unexpected race against time.
Directed by Sam Hargrave and written by David Coggeshall, the film features a star-studded ensemble cast. The main cast includes John Cena as Sean, Jessica Biel as Aimee, and Danai Gurira as Helen, alongside other talented actors like Sam Richardson as Crosby and Teyonah Parris as Charmaine. The production was brought to life by Mattel Studios and Skydance Media, with producers David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Don Granger overseeing the development of this United States of America production.
The premise follows a group of childhood friends who decide to reconnect, only for their friends reunion to take a chaotic turn. As they stumble upon a dangerous international plot, they are forced to work together to save the world. The story blends humor and intensity, featuring characters who must navigate their roles as an undercover agent or a CIA agent while dealing with personalities that range from arrogant to assertive. The film is rated PG-13, making it suitable for a broad audience.
Behind the scenes, the technical team has crafted a polished look and sound for the project. Cinematography by Pedro Luque captures the fast-paced action, while the score is composed by Alex Belcher. The film is presented in English, maintaining a high standard of production quality throughout its 127-minute duration. Currently, the movie holds a user rating of 7.779/10 on TMDB, reflecting a solid level of interest and positive reception from early viewers.
For those eager to watch the film, Matchbox the Movie will be available on the Apple TV platform in the United States and Indonesia. Following its United States Premiere on October 5, 2026, the film will also see a digital release on October 8 in the United States and October 9 in Indonesia. With a popularity score of 158.9482, it is clear that the project has generated significant buzz. Fans of the Matchbox franchise and those who enjoy stories about friendship and high-stakes espionage should prepare for a fun and adventurous ride.
Gallery
Videos
- San Diego Comic-Con Panel 2026 (Featurette)
- Official Trailer (Trailer)