The Breadwinner Trailer & Fun Facts
The Breadwinner Synopsis:
Nate Wilcox (Nate Bargatze) is a traditional provider who becomes a first-time stay-at-home dad after his wife, Katie Wilcox (Mandy Moore), lands a life-changing Shark Tank deal. Forced to manage the daily chaos of three young daughters, Nate quickly discovers that domestic life is far more challenging than the corporate world. As he fumbles through school runs and domestic disasters, Nate delivers a heartfelt and humorous look at the "invisible labor" of parenthood and the evolution of modern family dynamics.
Genre: Comedy, Family
Release Date: In theaters March 13th, 2026
The Breadwinner Fun Facts:
Nate Bargatze’s Feature Film Debut:
This movie is the first time Nate Bargatze, often called "The Nicest Man in Stand-Up," will play the lead role in a film. Nate is famous for his clean jokes about everyday life and his hit comedy specials. Not only is he starring in the lead role, but he also co-wrote the script and is serving as a producer.
"Mr. Mom" Meets "Home Alone":
Nate stated the movie will feel like classic family comedies from the 80s and 90s, such as Mr. Mom and Home Alone. The story follows Nate as he struggles to take care of his three young daughters and handle simple chores that are out of his depth. You can expect plenty of funny moments as he tries to survive in situations he is clearly not used to.
A Powerhouse Comedy Cast:
The movie features powerhouse comedy veterans and Saturday Night Live talent. Mandy Moore (This Is Us) plays the ambitious wife, Katie Wilcox. Colin Jost (SNL), Kumail Nanjiani, Will Forte, Zach Cherry, and Kate Berlant round out the hilarious group of cast in supporting roles.
Directed by the "Weird Al" Visionary:
The movie is directed by Eric Appel. He recently became well-known for directing the popular movie Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022), which was a funny spoof of a life story. His experience in fast-paced and creative smart comedy suggests this movie will likely be very exciting and entertaining to watch.
Filmed at Trilith Studios:
The movie was filmed at the famous Trilith Studios in Fayetteville, Georgia, during the summer of 2025. This studio is known for being the home of many Marvel Cinematic Universe films. This means The Breadwinner comedy movie was filmed in the same famous location where many blockbuster Marvel movies were made.