Ella McCay 2025

Ella McCay is a 2025 American political comedy-drama film written and directed by James L. Brooks. Starring Emma Mackey in the titular role with Jamie Lee Curtis, Jack Lowden, Kumail Nanjiani, Ayo Edebiri, Spike Fearn, Julie Kavner, Rebecca Hall, Albert Brooks, and Woody Harrelson, the film follows fictional politician Ella McCay as she juggles the duties of governor with her own family issues. Ella McCay premiered at the El Capitan Theatre on December 9, 2025, and was released in the United States by 20th Century Studios on December 12. The film received unfavorable reviews from American critics and grossed $5 million on a $35 million budget.