Action
Comedy
Adventure
Save the world, bring your friends.
Matchbox the Movie (2026)
Runtime
127 min
Release date
05/10/2026
Country
United States of America
Production
Mattel Studios
Skydance Media
Overview
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.
Directors & Screenwriters
Sam Hargrave
Director
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Cast
John Cena
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Sean
Jessica Biel
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Aimee
Arturo Castro
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Ted
Sam Richardson
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Crosby
Teyonah Parris
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Charmaine
Danai Gurira
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Helen
Golshifteh Farahani
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Robbie
Corey Stoll
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Mosier
Daniel Bernhardt
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Falko
Randeep Hooda
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Mustafa
Bill Camp
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Smalley
Kristofer Hivju
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Grigor
Tornike Gogrichiani
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Eastbrook
Aurélia Agel
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Female Commando
Eniko Fulop
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Female Commando
Graham Harvey
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Young Sean
Reagan Marum
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Young Aimee
Max Fox
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Young Ted
Aiden Stoxx
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Young Crosby
Braxton Paul
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Young Charmaine
Silas Timberlake
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Mason
Elton McCrudden
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Older Kid
Grant Kilburn
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Brian
James Devoti
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Dan
Jack Alldridge
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Jackson
Millie Brady
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Shelby
Shelby Malone
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CIA Op Waitress
Lynda Kinkade
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News Anchor
Patrick Newall
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Nicholas Bernardi
Anthony J. Vorhies
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Alexander Banimari
Vanessa Malits
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Valentina La Mure
Justin Muller
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Priest
Joshua Watkins
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Hippie Van Driver
Sam Hargrave
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Crew Chief Grizz
Shane Habberstad
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Mike Dozer Driver
Karim Debbagh
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Cell Phone Guy
Rachel McDermott
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Ted's Sister
Gábor Róbert Maday
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Doctor
Dounia Ezzriouli
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Nurse
Samar Boukadida
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Patient
Khadija Laafar
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Little Boy's Mom
Moumen Yasser
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Little Boy with Cars
Bella Bernhardt
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Robbie's Lair Waiter
Amy Denning Winfrey
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Friendly Neighbor
Harris Ellison
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Bartender
Hiba Absar
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Hostess
Emilia Abrudan
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Casino Waitress
Mohamed Benhmamane
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Man with Camel
Brandon Forshaw
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Gravedigger
Russell Cannon
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Gravedigger
Ivan Kostadinov
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Nordic Thor Commando
Pedro Luque
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Lead Merc
Nathaniel Perry
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Blackthorn Agent
Frédéric North
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Self - Aerial coordinator
Jeffrey Colangelo
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ND Driver
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Will Fitz
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Baseball Player (uncredited)
Eniko Juhasz
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Waitress (uncredited)
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All trailers
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Comedy
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Matchbox the Movie
Official Trailer
Video: YouTube
Duration: 02:56
Duration: 02:56
Did You Know?
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John Cena revs up a childhood reunion that turns into a globe‑spanning CIA chase.
Collider just dropped an exclusive sneak peek of Apple TV+’s upcoming action‑adventure, Matchbox: The Movie, and the footage lives up to its name. What starts as a low‑key high‑school reunion quickly spirals into a high‑stakes international CIA operation, with Cena dragging his old pals into a frantic race against time.
The premise follows a group of small‑town friends whose lives are upended when undercover CIA agent Sean – their long‑absent former leader – returns home. His reappearance pulls the gang into a frantic global pursuit to save the world, pitting their nostalgic bonds against a cascade of explosions, car chases, and a fake crash landing that will test their unpreparedness.
Directed by stunt‑man‑turned‑filmmaker Sam Hargrave, the man behind Netflix’s Extraction duology, the 126‑minute film draws its inspiration from Mattel’s iconic Matchbox toy cars. With Hargrave’s signature kinetic style and Cena’s larger‑than‑life presence, the movie promises a globe‑trotting, adrenaline‑fueled ride when it premieres on Apple TV+ on October 9.
Jessica Biel dazzles in a sleek black gown at the London premiere of nostalgic action‑adventure ‘Matchbox’
Jessica Biel turned heads on the London carpet in a strapless black maxi dress with a plunging neckline, towering on black pointed heels and flashing gold earrings. Beside her, John Cena and his wife Shay Shariatzadeh stole a moment of affection, sharing a kiss as Cena sported a sharp blue pinstripe suit while Shay complemented him in a flowing blue maxi dress.
The film, titled Matchbox, revives the beloved childhood toy cars as the backdrop for a high‑octane adventure. Biel plays Emmy, leading a rag‑tag group of former friends—including Cena, Sam Richardson, Arturo Castro and Teyonah Parris—who reunite only to stumble into a dangerous international plot that could save the world. Director Sam Hargrave blends nostalgia with thriller beats, delivering a fresh spin on the iconic collectibles.
Now streaming on Apple TV, the movie arrives just as Biel celebrated her 14th wedding anniversary with husband Justin Timberlake. The couple marked the milestone with sweet Instagram tributes, while Timberlake recently faced a DWI plea, agreeing to community service and a public safety announcement. Amid the buzz, Biel’s red‑carpet glow and the film’s playful premise promise plenty of replay value for fans of both action and childhood memories.
John Cena’s spy thriller revs up nostalgia and Molotov cocktails in Apple TV’s Matchbox
Apple TV’s newest spy thriller, Matchbox: The Movie, drops viewers into a high‑stakes, friendship‑driven adventure. John Cena stars as Sean, a CIA agent who’s suddenly framed for hijacking a nuclear bomb just as he reunites with his long‑estranged middle‑school pals. The ragtag crew—Jessica Biel as Aimee, Arturo Castro as Ted, Sam Richardson as Crosby, and Teyonah Parris as Charmaine—must rely on Sean’s expertise to survive a life‑or‑death conspiracy that pulls their entire past into the present.
The cast didn’t just act; they played a round of the improv‑heavy WWXD (What Would X Do) game to promote the film. Cena went full method, insisting his character would rather turn his friends in than let them embrace a life of crime. Castro, meanwhile, pretended to master the language of Molotov cocktails, while Biel imagined herself donning a Tom Cruise mask to distract villains. Richardson and Parris swapped characters, a fitting nod to their on‑screen marriage where they know each other inside out.
Directed by Sam Hargrave and penned by David Coggeshall, the PG‑13 action‑comedy runs 127 minutes and hit Apple TV on October 9, 2026. With its blend of nostalgic Matchbox toy‑car flair, explosive set‑pieces, and a dash of improv humor, the film promises a fast‑paced ride for fans of both spy thrillers and buddy‑up adventures.