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Ben Odenkirk's 'Normal' Set for 2,000-Theater Release

10/24/2025

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Normal will receive Magnolia Pictures' widest release in its 24-year history in 2,000 theaters on April 17, 2026.
Ben Wheatley directs Normal, written by Derek Kolstad, with Bob Odenkirk playing a substitute sheriff who uncovers secrets after a bank robbery disrupts his town.
The cast includes Henry Winkler and Lena Headey.
A sequel to Normal is in discussion following the success of Odenkirk's Nobody series, which grossed nearly $100 million.

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Normal will receive Magnolia Pictures' widest release in its 24-year history in 2,000 theaters on April 17, 2026.
Ben Wheatley directs Normal, written by Derek Kolstad, with Bob Odenkirk playing a substitute sheriff who uncovers secrets after a bank robbery disrupts his town.
The cast includes Henry Winkler and Lena Headey.
A sequel to Normal is in discussion following the success of Odenkirk's Nobody series, which grossed nearly $100 million.