The Accompanist (2026 film)

The Accompanist is an upcoming American drama film co-written and directed by Zach Woods. It stars Susan Sarandon, Everly Carganilla, Aubrey Plaza, Ilia Volok, John Rothman, Helena Howard, and Kevyn Morrow.

The Accompanist
Directed byZach Woods
Written by
  • Zach Woods
  • Brandon Gardner
Produced by
  • Lauren Bratman
  • Michael Sagol
  • Allison Hironaka
  • Carlos Zozaya
  • Aubrey Plaza
Starring
CinematographyAndre Lascaris
Edited byDarrin Navarro
Music byDusko Segvic
Production
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Release date
Running time
110 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The film is scheduled to premiere at the Tribeca Festival on June 4, 2026.

Premise

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70-year-old Sylvia becomes an unlikely foster parent to 8-year-old Emily, removed from her dementia-stricken grandfather's care after a near-fatal incident in New Jersey.

Cast

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Production

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Principal photography began on October 12, 2024, and wrapped on November 17, in New Jersey, on a drama film co-written and directed by Zach Woods.[1] In May 2025, it was reported that Susan Sarandon, Everly Carganilla, Aubrey Plaza, Ilia Volok, John Rothman, Helena Howard, and Kevyn Morrow rounded out the cast.[2]

Release

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The Accompanist is scheduled to premiere at the Tribeca Festival on June 4, 2026.[3]

References

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  1. Singh, Sartaj (August 6, 2024). "Zach Woods' The Accompanist Plot and Filming Details, Revealed". The CinemaHolic. Retrieved April 22, 2026.
  2. Wiseman, Andreas (May 5, 2025). "Susan Sarandon, Everly Carganilla & Aubrey Plaza Starring In Zach Woods' Film Directing Debut 'The Accompanist'; Mister Smith Aboard For Sales — Cannes Market". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 22, 2026.
  3. "The Accompanist - Tribeca". Tribeca Festival. Retrieved April 22, 2026.
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