'A Real Pain': Here’s what we know about release date, plot, cast, production and more

Searchlight Pictures has announced that the dramedy A Real Pain, the second feature film directed by Jesse Eisenberg, will be hitting theaters on October 18. This date falls in the midst of awards season, adding to the anticipation surrounding the film's release.

Plot

The film stars Eisenberg alongside Kieran Culkin, known for his Emmy-winning role in Succession. A Real Pain tells the story of cousins David and Benji, played by Eisenberg and Culkin respectively, who embark on a journey through Poland to honor their grandmother. However, the trip leads to the resurfacing of old tensions, revealing deeper family dynamics.

Cast

A Real Pain also features a talented ensemble cast, including Jennifer Grey (Dirty Dancing), Will Sharpe (The White Lotus), Kurt Egyiawan (Beasts of No Nation), Liza Sadovy (A Small Light), and Daniel Oreskes (Only Murders in the Building).

Production

The film is a collaboration between Topic and Fruit Tree, with Eisenberg also credited as the screenwriter. The project was produced by Ali Herting, Dave McCary, Ewa Puszczynska, Jennifer Semler, Eisenberg himself and Emma Stone.

Eisenberg's Recent Projects

A Real Pain follows Eisenberg's previous film, When You Finish Saving the World, a dramedy starring Julianne Moore and Finn Wolfhard. The film premiered at Sundance and was released by A24 in January 2023.

Searchlight Pictures' Upcoming Releases

Aside from A Real Pain, Searchlight Pictures has an exciting lineup of upcoming releases. This includes The Greatest Hits, a romance directed by Ned Benson, set to be released on April 5, and Kinds of Kindness, an anthology directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, slated for release on June 21.

FAQs:

Who stars in 'A Real Pain' alongside Jesse Eisenberg?
Kieran Culkin stars alongside Jesse Eisenberg in 'A Real Pain.' It also features a talented ensemble cast, including Jennifer Grey (Dirty Dancing), Will Sharpe (The White Lotus), Kurt Egyiawan (Beasts of No Nation), etc.

When is 'A Real Pain' set to be released?
'A Real Pain' is scheduled for release on October 18, during awards season.