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The Starling
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Directed byTheodore Melfi
Written byMatt Harris
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyLawrence Sher
Edited byMatt Friedman
Peter Teschner
Music byBenjamin Wallfisch
Production
companies
Distributed byNetflix
Release dates
  • September 12, 2021 (2021-09-12) (TIFF)
  • September 17, 2021 (2021-09-17)
Running time
103 minutes[1]
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The Starling is an upcoming American comedy-drama film directed by Theodore Melfi and written by Matt Harris. It stars Melissa McCarthy, Chris O'Dowd, Kevin Kline, Timothy Olyphant, Daveed Diggs, Skyler Gisondo, Laura Harrier, and Loretta Devine.

It is scheduled to have its world premiere at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival on September 12, 2021. It is scheduled to be released in a limited release on September 17, 2021, prior to streaming on Netflix on September 24, 2021.

Premise

A married couple suffers a hardship, leading Jack to head off to deal with his grief while Lilly remains in the "real" world, dealing with her own guilt. As if Lilly's troubles weren't bad enough, a starling that has nested in her backyard begins to harass and attack her and she becomes comically obsessed with killing it. Lilly eventually finds guidance from Larry, a quirky psychologist-turned-veterinarian with a troubled past of his own. The two form a unique and unlikely friendship as they each help the other to explore, acknowledge and confront their problems.

Cast

Production

The Starling, written by Matt Harris, was featured on the 2005 "Black List" of most-liked unproduced screenplays.[2] In March 2017, it was reported that Dome Karukoski was attached to direct the film, with Keanu Reeves and Isla Fisher respectively in talks and in final negotiations to star.[3]

In June 2019, it was announced Melissa McCarthy and Chris O'Dowd would star in the film, with Theodore Melfi directing. The three had previously worked together on St. Vincent (2014).[4] In August 2019, Kevin Kline, Timothy Olyphant, Daveed Diggs, Skyler Gisondo, Loretta Devine, Laura Harrier, Rosalind Chao, and Kimberly Quinn joined the cast of the film.[5]

Filming

Principal photography began on August 2, 2019,[6][7] and wrapped on September 19, 2019.[8] Filming took place in New York City.[9][10]

Release

In April 2020, Netflix acquired distribution rights to the film for $20 million.[11] It is scheduled to have its world premiere at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival on September 12, 2021,[1][12] and to receive a limited release in the United States on September 17, 2021, prior to streaming on Netflix on September 24, 2021.[13]

References

  1. ^ a b "The Starling". Toronto International Film Festival. Retrieved July 31, 2021.
  2. ^ Pearson, Ben (June 11, 2019). "'The Starling': An Annoying Bird Pesters a Grieving Melissa McCarthy". /Film. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  3. ^ Busch, Anita (March 2, 2017). "Keanu Reeves In Talks, Isla Fisher Negotiating For Dome Karukoski's 'The Starling'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  4. ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (June 10, 2019). "Melissa McCarthy, Chris O'Dowd In Talks To Re-Team With 'St. Vincent' Helmer Ted Melfi In 'The Starling'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
  5. ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (August 2, 2019). "Kevin Kline, Timothy Olyphant Join Melissa McCarthy In Ted Melfi-Helmed 'The Starling;' eOne & Boies/Schiller Join Limelight As Co-Financiers". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
  6. ^ "Theodore Melfi on Twitter: "Day #1 #thestarling"". August 2, 2019. Retrieved August 13, 2019.
  7. ^ Hermanns, Grant (August 2, 2019). "Kevin Kline & Timothy Olyphant Join The Starling". ComingSoon.net. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
  8. ^ "Theodore Melfi on Twitter: "That's a wrap! 33 days of #thestarling Thanks for tuning in."". September 14, 2019. Retrieved September 14, 2019.
  9. ^ "TV/Film". Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment. Archived from the original on August 8, 2019. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  10. ^ Bord, Christine (August 21, 2019). "Thursday, Aug. 22 Filming Locations for The Goldbergs, NCIS: Los Angeles, West Side Story, & more!". On Location Vacations. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  11. ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (April 20, 2020). "Netflix Pays Near $20M To Win Auction For 'The Starling,' Ted Melfi-Directed Melissa McCarthy-Starrer". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 20, 2020.
  12. ^ Hammond, Pete (June 23, 2021). "Melissa McCarthy, Kenneth Branagh, Edgar Wright Movies Among First Set For Toronto Film Festival; In-Person Theater And Digital Screenings Planned". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 23, 2021.
  13. ^ Fleming Jr, Mike (August 23, 2021). "Netflix Dates Fall Movies: A Whopping 42 Movies Coming At You". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 23, 2021.
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