At the Sea is a 2026 drama film directed by Kornél Mundruczó and written by Kata Wéber. Starring Amy Adams as Laura, it follows a middle-aged woman readjusting to life after rehab. It also stars Murray Bartlett, Brett Goldstein, Chloe East, Dan Levy, Jenny Slate, and Rainn Wilson, in supporting roles.
The film had its world premiere at the main competition of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on February 16, 2026, where it was nominated for the Golden Bear.
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Premise
After rehabilitation, Laura returns to her family's beach home, readjusting to her old life without her career that gave her identity. She faces her next chapter, forced to move on.
Cast
Amy Adams as Laura Baum
Murray Bartlett as Martin
Chloe East as Josie
Brett Goldstein as Keegan
Dan Levy as Peter
Redding L. Munsell as Felix
Jenny Slate as Debbie
Rainn Wilson as George
Production
In April 2024, it was announced that Kornél Mundruczó would be directing a drama film titled At the Sea with Kata Wéber writing the screenplay, and Amy Adams cast in the lead role as Laura. In June, Murray Bartlett joined the cast. The next month, Brett Goldstein, Chloe East, Dan Levy, Jenny Slate, and Rainn Wilson rounded out the cast of the film.
Filming
Principal photography began in late June 2024, in Boston and concluded on August 12.
Release
At the Sea premiered at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on February 16, 2026.
Critical reception
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 32% of 19 critics' reviews are positive.