Netflix Sets September 2026 Release for 'Unabomber' Film Starring Russell Crowe

Netflix released the first look at its upcoming drama "Unabomber," scheduled to premiere worldwide on September 25, 2026. The film follows the life of domestic terrorist Ted Kaczynski, from his early years as a math prodigy at Harvard to his later FBI manhunt. Russell Crowe plays psychologist Professor Henry Murray, who conducts controversial experiments on Kaczynski, while Jacob Tremblay portrays Kaczynski himself. Shailene Woodley appears as FBI agent Joanne Miller, and the cast also includes Annabelle Wallis, Alexander Ludwig, Steven Ogg, and Marc Menchaca.

Directed by Janus Metz, the screenplay was written by Sam Chalsen and Nelson Greaves. Production details note Sophie Cassidy as producer for 2.0 Entertainment, with executive producers Donald J. Lee, Sam Chalsen, and Nelson Greaves. The streaming platform emphasizes a nuanced portrayal of Kaczynski, aiming to show his vulnerability and intelligence rather than a caricature.