Ella McCay is a 2025 American political comedy-drama film. It follows an idealistic young lieutenant governor navigating family drama and work pressures. The movie releases on December 12, 2025.
Plot Overview
Set in 2008 in an unnamed U.S. state, the story centers on 34-year-old Ella McCay, who prepares to succeed her mentor governor after he joins the Obama administration. She balances ruthless politics, policy advocacy, and personal crises involving her scheming father, heartbroken brother, and ambitious husband. Flashbacks reveal her family trauma from her parents' troubled marriage.
Cast and Crew
Emma Mackey stars as Ella, with Jamie Lee Curtis, Woody Harrelson, Jack Lowden, Kumail Nanjiani, Ayo Edebiri, Rebecca Hall, Albert Brooks, and Julie Kavner in key roles. James L. Brooks wrote and directed, marking his first feature in over a decade; 20th Century Studios distributes.
