A24 has slated Olivia Wilde's third directorial effort, The Invite, for a nationwide theatrical release on June 26, 2026.
The R-rated comedy-drama earned the summer slot after receiving a standing ovation at its Sundance Film Festival premiere on January 24, 2026.
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The film stars Wilde alongside Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton.
It is an English-language reimagining of the acclaimed Spanish film The People Upstairs, centering on a neighbor dinner party that explores marital issues and suburban domesticity.
Acquisition and Background
A24 acquired distribution rights for over $10 million following a 72-hour bidding war at Sundance against competitors like Focus Features, according to artthreat.
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This marks Wilde's first directorial project in nearly four years since her 2022 studio film Don't Worry Darling.
The screenplay was adapted by Will McCormack and Rashida Jones.
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The narrative unfolds largely across a single evening and location, with a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes, heightening psychological tension.
Review metrics show a divergence between professional critics and early viewers.
The film holds a 91% critical score on Rotten Tomatoes but a 6.3/10 audience rating from 348 votes on IMDb.
Wilde reportedly wept during the applause at the festival premiere.
"This film delivers comedy wired directly into the audience’s nervous system—the laughs come from genuine discomfort, recognizing ourselves in these characters at their most vulnerable," Wilde said.
A24 plans to initiate a limited summer release strategy on June 26 before potentially expanding the film's footprint.
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The rollout aligns with the distributor's previous platform releases for character-driven independent dramas such as Minari, The Farewell, and Waves.
