California Schemin' (2026): Release Date & Cast
California Schemin' is an upcoming 2026 biographical drama starring James Corden as Music Executive, James McAvoy and Amber Anderson. It comes out on October 9, 2026. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes.
- release date
- Oct 9, 2026
- actors announced
- 20
- Release date
- Runtime
- 1h 41m (101 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Homefront Productions
What Is California Schemin' About?
The premise of California Schemin' without spoilers.
Two friends from Dundee pose as a famed Californian rap duo, fabricate a glossy backstory, secure a record contract and land an MTV feature, but their elaborate music‑industry hoax collapses when the truth is exposed, ending their brief stint in the spotlight.
California Schemin' Cast & Characters
James Corden leads the cast as Music Executive, with James McAvoy as Anthony and Amber Anderson as Amy.
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James Corden as Music Executive -
James McAvoy as Anthony -
Amber Anderson as Amy -
James Harkness as Graham
Also Starring in California Schemin'
· 16 more- Lucy Halliday Mary Boyd
- Samuel Bottomley Billy Boyd
- Naomi McDonald Loop Group
- Nick Preston Craig
- Rebekah Murrell Tessa
- David Witts Jez Barton
- Jessica McDonald Loop Group
- Joy McAvoy Shona
- David J. Goren Photographer
- Miriam-Teak Lee Annie
- Sonny Poon Tip Simon
- Tayla Kovacevic-Ebong Bouncer
- Seamus McLean Ross Gavin Bain
- Elijah Cook Proof
- John Scougall Malcolm
- Romany Shaw L- print top girl
California Schemin' Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave California Schemin' 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 96% Tomatometer
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Metacritic 63 Metascore
See on Metacritic
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California Schemin' FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast and ratings of California Schemin', each answered in a sentence.
How long is California Schemin'?
California Schemin' runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
When does California Schemin' come out?
California Schemin' is set to be released on October 9, 2026.
Who is in the cast of California Schemin'?
California Schemin' stars James Corden as Music Executive, James McAvoy as Anthony and Amber Anderson as Amy, among 20 credited actors.
How is California Schemin' rated?
California Schemin' has 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic.
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