Mother Mary (2026)
David Lowery's haunting A24 thriller reunites a pop icon with a ghost from her past — and something far harder to name.
Mother Mary - Movie Information
- Original Title: Mother Mary
- Release Year: 2026
- Directed by: David Lowery
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Music, Thriller, Drama, Horror
- Age Rating (US): R
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 17, 2026 (Canada), April 17, 2026 (United States - R), April 24, 2026 (United Kingdom), May 21, 2026 (Germany - 12)
- Alternative Titles: David Lowery's Mother Mary (US), מאדר מרי (IL)
- Production Companies: A24, Augenschein Filmproduktion, Topic Studios, Sailor Bear, IPR.VC, Homebird Productions
- Production Countries: Finland, Germany, United States of America, Ireland
Mother Mary - Plot
Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer Sam Anselm on the eve of her comeback performance.
Mother Mary - Trailer
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This is not a ghost story.
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Mother Mary - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- David Lowery
Main Cast
- Anne Hathaway
- Michaela Coel
- Hunter Schafer
- Atheena Frizzell
- Kaia Gerber
- Jessica Brown Findlay
- Isaura Barbé-Brown
- Alba Baptista
- Sian Clifford
- FKA twigs
Writers
- David Lowery
Producers
- David Lowery
- Toby Halbrooks
- James M. Johnston
- Jeanie Igoe
- Jonas Katzenstein
Mother Mary - FAQs
Is Mother Mary based on a true story?
No, Mother Mary is an original story written by director David Lowery. It follows a fictional pop icon navigating supernatural tensions and fractured relationships on the eve of her comeback, drawing on themes of betrayal and buried trauma rather than any real-world events or public figures.
Where can you watch Mother Mary?
Mother Mary is an A24 theatrical release opening April 17, 2026 in the United States and Canada, April 24 in the United Kingdom, and May 21 in Germany. Streaming availability has not yet been announced. Check JustWatch for the most up-to-date viewing options in your region.
Who are the main actors in Mother Mary?
Mother Mary stars Anne Hathaway in the title role alongside Michaela Coel as Sam Anselm. The ensemble cast also includes Hunter Schafer, Kaia Gerber, FKA twigs, Jessica Brown Findlay, Sian Clifford, Alba Baptista, Atheena Frizzell, and Isaura Barbé-Brown.
What is Mother Mary about?
Mother Mary follows an iconic pop star who reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer on the eve of a high-stakes comeback performance. Long-buried wounds and supernatural forces resurface, blurring the line between past trauma and present threat in this genre-defying thriller.
What does the tagline 'This is not a ghost story' mean?
The tagline signals that Mother Mary deliberately subverts expectations. While the film carries supernatural and horror elements, director David Lowery frames it as something more psychologically complex — a story about unresolved betrayal and identity rather than a conventional haunting narrative.
What genre is Mother Mary?
Mother Mary blends Music, Thriller, Drama, and Horror into a distinctive genre hybrid. Directed by David Lowery, the film combines the glamour of the pop music world with psychological tension and supernatural dread, making it a tonally unique entry in A24's slate.
What is the age rating for Mother Mary?
Mother Mary is rated R in the United States, meaning viewers under 17 require a parent or guardian. In Germany, the film carries a 12 certificate. The R rating reflects the film's mature themes, psychological intensity, and horror elements.
Who directed Mother Mary?
Mother Mary was written and directed by David Lowery, the acclaimed filmmaker behind A Ghost Story, The Green Knight, and Pete's Dragon. Known for his atmospheric, visually poetic style, Lowery brings a distinctive sensibility to this supernatural thriller produced by A24.
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