Roofman (film)
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| Directed by | Derek Cianfrance |
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| Cinematography | Andrij Parekh |
| Edited by | Jim Helton |
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| Distributed by | Paramount Pictures |
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Running time | 120 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Roofman is an upcoming American crime comedy-drama film directed by Derek Cianfrance. The film stars Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst, Ben Mendelsohn, LaKeith Stanfield, Juno Temple, Melonie Diaz, Uzo Aduba, Lily Collias, Jimmy O. Yang, and Peter Dinklage.
Roofman is scheduled to have its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival in September 2025, and is scheduled to be released in the United States on October 10, 2025 by Paramount Pictures and Miramax.
Premise
[edit]The film is a biopic of the fugitive Jeffrey Manchester, a former United States Army Reserve officer, known colloquially as Roofman due to his propensity to steal from branches of McDonald's after entering their premises via the roof. Most notably, he evaded capture by police by hiding in the wall of a Toys "R" Us store.[2]
Cast
[edit]- Channing Tatum as Jeffrey Manchester, a former United States Army Reserve officer
- Kirsten Dunst as Leigh Wainscott, a single mother and Jeffrey's love interest
- Ben Mendelsohn as Ron Smith, a pastor
- Peter Dinklage as a Toys-R-Us general manager
- Uzo Aduba
- Juno Temple as Jeff's friend
- Emory Cohen
- LaKeith Stanfield as Jeff's friend
- Melonie Diaz
- Molly Price
- Lily Collias
- Tony Revolori as Dwayne, a McDonald's manager
- Jimmy O. Yang
Production
[edit]The project was announced in February 2024 with Derek Cianfrance as director from a script he wrote alongside Kirt Gunn. The screenplay was based on an earlier script by David Stephens and Peter Petrucci.[3] Dylan Sellers and Chris Parker produced through the Limelight production company alongside Jamie Patricof and Lynette Howell Taylor. Channing Tatum plays Roofman.[4] Ben Mendelsohn and Kirsten Dunst joined the cast in September 2024.[5][6] In October 2024, Miramax acquired distribution rights to the project, with parent Paramount Pictures distributing on its behalf in the United States and United Kingdom. Financed by Aperture Media Partners, FilmNation Entertainment handled international sales. Peter Dinklage, Uzo Aduba, Juno Temple, LaKeith Stanfield, Molly Price, Melonie Diaz, Lily Collias, Emory Cohen, and Tony Revolori joined the cast.[7][8][9]
Principal photography began on October 24, 2024, in Gastonia, North Carolina.[10] Filming wrapped on December 12, 2024.[11] Cinematographer Andrij Parekh shot the film on 35mm, marking his second collaboration with Cianfrance.[12] Some of the filming locations include Freedom Park, Mecklenburg County Jail North, and the Gaston County Courthouse. Jim Helton edited the film.[13]
Release
[edit]Roofman will have its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival in September 2025.[14] It is scheduled to be released in the United States on October 10, 2025,[15] moved from its original release date of October 3, 2025.[16]
This will also be the first film from Paramount Pictures under the leadership of Skydance after the merger was finalized on August 7, 2025.
References
[edit]- ^ "Roofman". Toronto International Film Festival. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas; Grobar, Matt (February 8, 2024). "Channing Tatum To Star In True Crime Movie 'Roofman' For Derek Cianfrance, FilmNation & CAA Media Finance Launching Hot Pic For EFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
- ^ "Channing Tatum Teases Roofman, Calls It 'Devastating, Emotional, and Somehow Hilarious'". April 3, 2025.
- ^ Gonzalez, Umberto (February 8, 2024). "Derek Cianfrance to Direct Channing Tatum in 'Roofman'". Retrieved February 8, 2024.
- ^ Vardhan, Harsh (September 26, 2024). "Ben Mendelsohn Joins Channing Tatum in 'Roofman'". thecinemaholic. Retrieved September 26, 2024.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (September 30, 2024). "Kirsten Dunst Joins Channing Tatum In True Crime Movie 'Roofman' From Director Derek Cianfrance". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Kroll, Justin; Fleming, Mike Jr (October 2, 2024). "Miramax Lands Distribution Rights To Derek Cianfrance's Next Film 'Roofman' Starring Channing Tatum And Kirsten Dunst". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (October 21, 2024). "Peter Dinklage Joins Channing Tatum In 'Roofman' From Derek Cianfrance And Miramax". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 21, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (October 31, 2024). "Uzo Aduba, Ben Mendelsohn, LaKeith Stanfield & Juno Temple Among Final Additions To Miramax And Paramount's True Crime Pic 'Roofman'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 31, 2024.
- ^ Collins, Chloe (October 29, 2024). "How long Gaston residents can expect to see cameras rolling in the area". Retrieved October 30, 2024.
- ^ Geisinger, Gabreilla (August 16, 2024). "'Roofman' starring Channing Tatum to film in North Carolina this autumn". Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- ^ Desowitz, Bill (March 12, 2025). "20 Movies Shot on Film in 2025: Separate Safdie Brothers, Paul Thomas Anderson, and More". IndieWire. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ "Jim Helston Resume" (PDF). Worldwide Production Agency. April 30, 2025. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (July 16, 2025). "TIFF Unveils Round Of World Premieres With 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' & Pics From Derek Cianfrance, Paul Greengrass, Nicholas Hytner, Hikari & More". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 16, 2025.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (June 3, 2025). "Warner Bros Moves Legendary's 'Animal Friends' To Summer 2026". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 3, 2025.
- ^ Rubin, Rebecca (October 30, 2024). "Channing Tatum, Kirsten Dunst Movie 'Roofman' Sets Fall 2025 Release Date". Variety. Retrieved October 30, 2024.