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Action-Comedy 'Normal' Starring Odenkirk Set for 2026 Release

3/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The film Normal, directed by Ben Wheatley and starring Bob Odenkirk, will release on April 17, 2026.
The story follows Ulysses, a temporary sheriff in Normal, Minnesota, where a bank robbery uncovers ties to the Yakuza.
The film blends action and dark humor with intense fight scenes, including a cabbage-slip moment.
It premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and has positive reviews, with an 82% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

History

Historical Context

In the 1980s, Japan's Yakuza organized crime syndicate expanded internationally, particularly in the U.S., where the FBI estimated around 30,000 members by the late 1980s. This expansion is reflected in the film "Normal," which intertwines a Minnesota bank robbery with Yakuza connections, highlighting ongoing concerns about organized crime's influence on local communities and law enforcement challenges.

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Story summary

The film Normal, directed by Ben Wheatley and starring Bob Odenkirk, will release on April 17, 2026.
The story follows Ulysses, a temporary sheriff in Normal, Minnesota, where a bank robbery uncovers ties to the Yakuza.
The film blends action and dark humor with intense fight scenes, including a cabbage-slip moment.
It premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and has positive reviews, with an 82% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

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