4 Kids Walk Into a Bank

4 Kids Walk Into a Bank
Teaser poster
Directed byFrankie Shaw
Screenplay by
  • Matt Robinson
  • Frankie Shaw
Based on
4 Kids Walk Into a Bank
by
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyRobert Richardson
Edited byJeff Betancourt
Production
companies
Distributed byAmazon MGM Studios (through Orion Pictures)
Release date
  • August 2026 (2026-08)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

4 Kids Walk Into a Bank is an upcoming American black comedy heist film directed by Frankie Shaw. Shaw also worked on the screenplay originally written by Matt Robinson, adapted from the 2017 graphic novel by Matthew Rosenberg and Tyler Boss. The film stars Liam Neeson, Talia Ryder, Whitney Peak, Jack Dylan Grazer, Spike Fearn, Teresa Palmer, and Jim Sturgess.

The film is scheduled to be released in August 2026, by Amazon MGM Studios through the Orion Pictures label.

Cast

Production

A film adaptation of the Black Mask Studios graphic novel 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank by Matthew Rosenberg and Tyler Boss[1] was announced as it sought financing and distribution at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival. The project was set for Frankie Shaw to make her directorial debut after she had worked on the screenplay originally adapted by Matt Robinson. Attached to star were Liam Neeson, Talia Ryder, Noah Jupe, Whitney Peak, Jack Dylan Grazer, Deacon Phillipe, and Teresa Palmer.[2][3]

Filming began in December 2024 in Limerick, Ireland, where the city was set up to appear as the United States in the 1990s.[4] Additional filming took place in Cratloe Woods of County Clare.[5] Robert Richardson served as the cinematographer.[6] Filming also took place at Castletroy College, one of Limericks leading post primary schools.

Release

In December 2024, Amazon MGM Studios acquired domestic distribution rights to the film under its Orion Pictures label, with Miramax boarding the film as producer and co-financier.[7] It is scheduled to be released in August 2026.[8] It was originally set to release on April 17, 2026.[9]

References

  1. ^ N'Duka, Amanda (September 3, 2020). "Picturestart Acquires Rights To 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank Comic; Dora and the Lost City of Gold Scribe Matthew Robinson Adapting". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Archived from the original on January 2, 2025. Retrieved January 2, 2025.
  2. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (August 30, 2024). "Liam Neeson, Talia Ryder, Noah Jupe, Whitney Peak, Jack Dylan Grazer & Deacon Phillipe In Talks For Buzzy Heist Pic '4 Kids Walk Into a Bank'; FilmNation Launching Sales For TIFF". Deadline Hollywood.
  3. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (February 27, 2025). "Teresa Palmer Joins Liam Neeson In Orion's Dark Comedy '4 Kids Walk Into A Bank'". Deadline Hollywood.
  4. ^ O'Shea, Kerry (December 3, 2024). "Liam Neeson spotted in Limerick filming new Irish American flick". IrishCentral.com. Archived from the original on December 6, 2024. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
  5. ^ Gilbart, Manon (December 3, 2024). "Liam Neeson on set in Limerick for major Irish-American production". Irish Examiner. The Irish Times.
  6. ^ Dorgan, Faye; Butler, Adrian (January 8, 2025). "PICTURES: Filming resumes in Limerick of 4 Kids Walk into a Bank movie starring Liam Neeson". Limerick Leader. Retrieved April 19, 2025.
  7. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 6, 2024). "Frankie Shaw Feature Directorial Debut 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank With Liam Neeson Lands Orion Distribution, Miramax Financing". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Archived from the original on February 25, 2025. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
  8. ^ Jackson, Angelique (October 15, 2025). "Fifth Season and Picturestart Extend Multi-Year Film and TV Deal". Variety. Retrieved March 4, 2026.
  9. ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (July 24, 2025). "Lionsgate & Universal's Michael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Moves To Pre-Summer 2026". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on July 24, 2025. Retrieved July 24, 2025.