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Maddie’s Secret (2026)

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  • Thu, Jul 9

Director: John Early Run Time: 98 min. Rating: NR Release Year: 2026

Starring: Claudia O'Doherty, Eric Rahill, John Early, Kate Berlant, Kristen Johnston

Country: United States
Language:
English

About the film:
Maddie is a plucky dishwasher who leaps to viral superstardom at a trendy food content creation company. While her life seems picturesque — complete with an adoring husband, ride-or-die best friend and a cupboard full of woman-owned ethically-sourced chili crisp to boot — mounting professional pressures threaten to reawaken a hidden secret from her troubled past.

About the filmmaker:
John Early is an American comedian, actor, writer, and filmmaker whose fearless, emotionally rich approach to comedy has made him one of the most distinctive voices of his generation. After earning acclaim for his performances in Search Party, Stress Positions, and his HBO special Now More Than Ever, Early made his feature directorial debut with Maddie’s Secret, which he also wrote and stars in. Blending melodrama, satire, and heartfelt emotion, the film showcases his singular creative vision and marks an exciting new chapter in his career as a filmmaker.

 

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Ohio Arts Council
Greater Columbus Arts Council
The Columbus Foundation
Campus Partners
WITH HELP FROM
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WOSU Public Media

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