Published: November 9, 2026 · Last updated: November 9, 2026 · 3 min read
The Man with the Bag is an upcoming fantasy comedy scheduled for release on December 2, 2026. This family-oriented film was directed by Adam Shankman and produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Grey Matter Productions.
Release dates and details are as listed on TMDB on November 9, 2026 and can change before opening day. Spoiler-free.
The Man with the Bag: Release Date and Key Facts
The Man with the Bag Official Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
What We Know So Far
When Santa’s magical bag goes missing, he recruits a thief named Vance from his naughty list to recover it. Vance works alongside his daughter, Santa, and a team of misfits to execute a high-stakes heist intended to save Christmas.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Santa with Alan Ritchson playing the thief Vance.
- The film is currently in post-production and has received a PG rating.
- The ensemble cast includes Awkwafina, Michael Cyril Creighton, Liza Koshy, Kyle Mooney, Ken Jeong, and Jesmille Darbouze.
Confirmed Cast
- Arnold Schwarzenegger as Santa
- Alan Ritchson as Vance
- Awkwafina as Nadia Nyce
- Michael Cyril Creighton
- Liza Koshy
- Kyle Mooney
- Ken Jeong
- Jesmille Darbouze
Behind the Camera
| Music by | John Debney |
|---|---|
| Producers | Lawrence Grey, Ben Everard, Reg Tigerman, Dan Spilo |
Release Timeline (US)
| Release | Date |
|---|---|
| Digital release | Dec 2, 2026 |
Where You Have Seen the Cast Recently
Before The Man with the Bag arrives, here is other recent work from its lead cast (since 2020).
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Schwarzenegger | Secret Level (2024) | TV | King Aelstrom (voice) |
| FUBAR (2023) | TV | Luke Brunner | |
| Alan Ritchson | Reacher (2022) | TV | Jack Reacher |
| Runner (2026) | Movie | Hank Malone | |
| War Machine (2026) | Movie | 81 | |
| Neagley (2026) | TV | Jack Reacher | |
| Awkwafina | Wildwood (2026) | Movie | Septima (voice) |
| Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021) | Movie | Katy | |
| Poker Face (2023) | TV | Maddy Saint Marie | |
| Marvel Zombies (2025) | TV | Katy Chen (voice) |
Who Is It For?
- Viewers interested in holiday-themed action comedies involving heist narratives.
- Families looking for a fantasy film centered on the Christmas season.
Watch Before The Man with the Bag
Audience recommendations from TMDB that fit the same mood:
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| The Naughty Nine (2023) | 6.3/10 | Fifth-grader Andy finds himself without a present from Santa on Christmas morning. |
| Candy Cane Lane (2023) | 6.0/10 | Determined to win the neighborhood's annual Christmas decorating contest, family man Chris makes a pact with an elf to help him out-do the… |
| Dashing Through the Snow (2023) | 6.1/10 | Eddie Garrick is a good-hearted man who has lost his belief in the wonder of Christmas. |
| The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday (2023) | 6.5/10 | To keep their annual Holiday Heist-tacular afloat, Mr. Wolf and his crew of animal outlaws will have to restore the whole city's Christmas spirit —… |
| The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two (2020) | 6.5/10 | Kate Pierce is reluctantly spending Christmas with her mom’s new boyfriend and his son Jack. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is The Man with the Bag released?
TMDB lists the release as Dec 2, 2026. Release dates can move, so check the studio for updates.
Who stars in The Man with the Bag?
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Alan Ritchson, Awkwafina, Michael Cyril Creighton, Liza Koshy.
Who directs The Man with the Bag?
Adam Shankman.
Is there a trailer for The Man with the Bag?
Yes. The official trailer is embedded on this page.
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