Bold opener: Rivalry for your kid’s future just got hilarious—and a little chaotic.
In a fresh family comedy, Josh Duhamel leads a storywhere two devoted fathers lock horns over the last coveted spot at a ultra-exclusive London preschool. What starts as a straightforward enrollment bid quickly spirals into a full-blown rivalry, delivering big laughs, over-the-top one-upmanship, and unforeseen repercussions along the way. As the schemes mount and families get swept into the madness, both dads confront a deeper question: what are they truly prepared to do for their children—and what does it really mean to be a parent?
Details and cast: The film, titled Preschool, is directed by Josh Duhamel, with a screenplay by Richard D’Ovidio from a story by Richard D’Ovidio and Nicole D’Ovidio. The ensemble includes Duhamel alongside Michael Socha, Antonia Thomas, Charity Wakefield, Fenella Woolgar, and James Cosmo. Producers are Duhamel and Michael J. Luisi. The movie runs 104 minutes in total.
Release and accessibility: Preschool arrives for digital rental or ownership on March 17, 2026, expanding its reach to families seeking light-hearted entertainment with a relatable parental twist.
Context for fans: This film marks Duhamel’s third stint directing a comedy, following 2019’s Buddy Games and 2023’s Buddy Games: Spring Awakening. He has also been active onscreen in recent years with action titles like Off the Grid and London Calling, plus the survival thriller Not Without Hope.
Question to readers: Do you think parental rivalry over education is more about pride or practical outcomes? Share your thoughts in the comments: would you root for the underdog or the overconfident contender in a situation like this?
