Update: After publication, a Warner Bros. representative contacted The Movie Blog to provide additional context regarding Cut Off. According to Warner Bros., the film wrapped production in January, and the studio wants more time in the run-up to release. The studio also says a new release date will be forthcoming.
The original article remains below.
The upcoming comedy Cut Off, directed by Jonah Hill, has reportedly been deemed unreleasable by studio sources. The project, which was originally scheduled for a July release, was pulled from the Warner Bros. calendar on May 1 and has not received a new date.
The film stars Hill and Kristen Wiig as wealthy siblings in their mid-40s who must learn to navigate life after being cut off from their parents’ financial support. The cast also includes Bette Midler, Nathan Lane, Adriana Barraza, Camila Cabello, and Chelsea Peretti.
Production and Release Challenges
According to a report from Puck News, the film did not perform well during test screenings. To date, the studio has not released any promotional material for the project.
The future of the film remains uncertain as the studio awaits the completion of the Warner Bros.-Paramount deal. Once that transition is finalized, the decision regarding the film’s release will fall to David Ellison.
Context for the Project
This development follows a period of transition for Hill’s directorial career. The situation highlights the challenges studios face when balancing creative projects with internal corporate restructuring. Fans of the director and the ensemble cast will have to wait for further official updates from the studio regarding whether the film will eventually see a release.
Source: Dark Horizons
