By Morfeli Data Desk (AI-assisted, data-checked) · Published: November 13, 2026 · Last updated: November 13, 2026 · 4 min read

Learn about the 2026 comedy-drama The Gallerist, which follows an art dealer's unconventional scheme at an international exhibition.

The Gallerist arrives in theaters on December 4, 2026. It joins a busy December schedule that includes other wide releases like Hexed and The Man with the Bag.

Release dates and details are as listed on TMDB on November 13, 2026 and can change before opening day. Spoiler-free.

Key Dates and Facts
  • Release date: Dec 4, 2026 (US theatrical)
  • Days from today: 20
  • Runtime: 1 h 30 min (90 minutes)
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Directed by: Cathy Yan

The Gallerist: Release Date and Key Facts

Poster for The Gallerist (2026)
Poster: TMDB
Release date2026-12-04
GenresComedy, Drama
Runtime1 h 30 min (90 minutes)
Directed byCathy Yan
Written byCathy Yan, James Pedersen
Top castNatalie Portman, Jenna Ortega, Zach Galifianakis, Catherine Zeta-Jones
ProductionPeninsula Films, Concordia Studio, MountainA
More detailsIMDb page · TMDB page

The Gallerist Official Trailer

Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube

What We Know So Far

A struggling gallery owner hatches a plan to market a corpse at Art Basel Miami. This dark comedy explores the lengths one individual goes to within the art world.

  • The film has a runtime of 90 minutes.
  • The story is set at the Art Basel Miami event.
  • The film is classified as a dark comedy and drama.

Confirmed Cast

  • Natalie Portman as Polina Polinski
  • Jenna Ortega as Kiki
  • Zach Galifianakis as Dalton Hardberry
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones as Marianne Gorman
  • Sterling K. Brown as Tom
  • Daniel Brühl
  • Charli xcx as Alex
  • Da'Vine Joy Randolph as Stella Burgess

Behind the Camera

CinematographyFederico Cesca
ProducersSophie Mas, Zola Elgart Glassman, Rae Baron, Natalie Portman

The Cast and Crew’s Track Record

Natalie Portman’s recent projects since 2020 average 7.0/10 on TMDB. Jenna Ortega’s recent projects since 2020 average 7.8/10 on TMDB.

Other recent work from the lead cast of The Gallerist (since 2020):

ActorRecent projectTypeRoleTMDB score
Natalie Portman
avg 7.0/10
What If...? (2021)TVJane Foster (voice)8.0/10
Marvel Studios Legends (2021)TVJane Foster (archive footage) (uncredited)7.4/10
Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)MovieJane Foster / The Mighty Thor6.3/10
Fountain of Youth (2025)MovieCharlotte Purdue6.2/10
Jenna Ortega
avg 7.8/10
Wednesday (2022)TVWednesday Addams / Goody Addams8.3/10
Wednesday (2022)TVWednesday Addams8.3/10
X (2022)MovieLorraine6.7/10
Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous (2020)TVBrooklynn (voice)8.0/10
Zach Galifianakis
avg 7.6/10
Only Murders in the Building (2021)TVZach Galifianakis8.4/10
Lilo & Stitch (2025)MovieJumba7.2/10
Ron's Gone Wrong (2021)MovieRon (voice)7.8/10
The Bob's Burgers Movie (2022)MovieFelix Fischoeder (voice)6.9/10

Release Timeline (US)

ReleaseDate
PremiereJan 24, 2026
PremiereNov 1, 2026
Theatrical releaseDec 4, 2026

The Competition: Other Releases Around Dec 4, 2026

These wide releases are listed within ten days of The Gallerist:

DateTitle
Nov 25, 2026Hexed
Nov 25, 2026THE FURTHER MIS-ADVENTURES OF CLIFF BOOTH
Dec 2, 2026The Man with the Bag
Dec 4, 2026Violent Night 2
Dec 4, 2026Ray Gunn
Dec 4, 2026Behemoth!
Dec 11, 2026The Debut
Dec 11, 2026Zero A.D.: The Birth of Christ

Who Is It For?

  • Fans of dark comedies involving art and museum settings.
  • Viewers interested in projects featuring Natalie Portman and Jenna Ortega.

Watch Before The Gallerist

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TitleTMDB scoreAbout
Hooking Up (2020)6.3/10Bailey and Darla embark upon a misguided and mutually deceitful form of therapy, one in which they must drive across the country, re-enacting Darla's…
Savage House (2026)6.9/10Against the backdrop of 18th century England, a massive pox outbreak, and Jacobite uprising – Sir Chauncey Savage and Lady Savage blindly pursue a…
I Want Your Sex (2026)6.0/10When a naive young man becomes the sexual muse for a renowned and provocative artist, his dream job quickly turns dangerous as he is drawn into an…
Kinds of Kindness (2024)6.5/10A triptych fable following a man without choice who tries to take control of his own life; a policeman who is alarmed that his wife who was…

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Gallerist released?

TMDB lists the release as Dec 4, 2026 (US theatrical), which is 20 days from November 13, 2026. Release dates can move, so check the studio for updates.

Who stars in The Gallerist?

Natalie Portman, Jenna Ortega, Zach Galifianakis, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Sterling K. Brown.

Who directs The Gallerist?

Cathy Yan.

Is there a trailer for The Gallerist?

Yes. The official trailer is embedded on this page.

How long is The Gallerist?

TMDB lists a runtime of 1 h 30 min (90 minutes). Final runtime can change.

Data checked on November 13, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.

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