Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Idiots, including an in-person conversation with writer/director Macon Blair and actors Dave Franco and O’Shea Jackson Jr.

When two unqualified bozos are hired to transfer a rich teen to rehab, their straightforward gig quickly spirals into dangerous mayhem.

From Independent Film Company, Idiots played at the 2026 Sundance and SXSW Film Festivals and will open in theaters on August 28.

 
2026, 99 minutes, color | Written and Directed by Macon Blair based on a Story by Macon Blair and Alex Orr | Main Cast Dave Franco, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Mason Thames, Kiernan Shipka, Killer Mike Render, Nicholas Braun, Peter Dinklage | Produced by Alex Orr, Brandon James, Nathan Klingher, Ford Corbett, Joshua Harris, Mark Fasano, Macon Blair, Dave Franco | Executive Produced by O’Shea Jackson Jr., Jatin Desai, Greg Freidman, Danny McBride, Jody Hill, David Gordon Green, Jeremy Saulnier, David Gendron, Ali Jazayeri, Thomas Mann
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at xx:00 am PT on xxxxday, July xx. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Parking at The Grove for AMC Theatres (189 The Grove Dr.) is available in the dedicated parking structure, offering validated parking for approximately $5 for 4 hours. Validated parking must be scanned, and rates can increase significantly if this limit is exceeded.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per individual, per event.

Attendees are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.