Francis Ford Coppola's film Megalopolis is returning to cinemas. The movie first came out in 2024. It will screen again on October 24, 2026, in many cities across the United States. After the film, there will be a live Q&A with Coppola.
His son Roman, who worked on the film, will host it. Viewers can send in questions by text during the event. Coppola said he is excited to take part in an interactive Q&A across many theatres.
🔍 The Backstory
Megalopolis was a passion project that Coppola dreamed about for decades. He paid for it himself, making it one of the most expensive independent films ever. When he first released it, he refused to put it on US streaming or make US DVDs. The film did not do well at the box office. Still, Coppola has kept promoting it his own way.
🎯 Why It Matters
The event lets fans talk directly with a famous director. It also shows how filmmakers can share work outside the usual streaming route.
Francis Ford Coppola's film Megalopolis is returning to cinemas. The movie first came out in 2024. It will screen again on October 24, 2026, in many cities across the United States. After the film, there will be a live Q&A with Coppola.
His son Roman, who worked on the film, will host it. Viewers can send in questions by text during the event. Coppola said he is excited to take part in an interactive Q&A across many theatres.
Megalopolis was a passion project that Coppola dreamed about for decades. He paid for it himself, making it one of the most expensive independent films ever. When he first released it, he refused to put it on US streaming or make US DVDs. The film did not do well at the box office. Still, Coppola has kept promoting it his own way.
The event lets fans talk directly with a famous director. It also shows how filmmakers can share work outside the usual streaming route.