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Ella McCay

2025 1 h 55 min Drama · Comedy

A young idealist is thrust into the governor's mansion when her mentor steps aside, forcing her to juggle political survival and family chaos.

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About the film

A story about the people you love, and how to survive them.

What it’s about

Ella McCay is lieutenant governor in 2008 when her boss resigns to join the next president's administration. She must serve 14 months as governor, balancing a demanding job, political intrigue, and family troubles.

What hooks you

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Who it’s for

It suits viewers who like character-driven stories where personal and public pressures collide, and who appreciate a mix of humor and drama in a political setting.

Technical details
Country
United States
Year
2025
Genres
Drama, Comedy
Running time
1h 55min
Age rating
13+
MPAA
PG-13
World premiere
Dec 11, 2025
Budget$35,000,000
Box office (world)$4,568,645

×0.1box office to budget

Ratings

MOVIE․ONE · 127 votes
5.4 /10
IMDb
5.25,300
Kinopoisk
5.5992
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Creative team

All 11
Director James L. Brooks
Starring
  1. 01 Emma Mackey Ella McCay
  2. 02 Jamie Lee Curtis Helen
  3. 03 Albert Brooks Governor Bill
  4. 04 Jack Lowden Ryan Newell
  5. 05 Spike Fearn Casey
  6. 06 Woody Harrelson Eddie McCay
  7. 07 Rebecca Hall Claire McCay
  8. 08 Julie Kavner Estelle
  9. 09 Ayo Edebiri Susan
  10. 10 Kumail Nanjiani Trooper Nash

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