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Sacha Baron Cohen’s New Ali G Film Set for Theatrical Release
7/23/2026, 3:57:22 AM
Ali G: Who Iz I? Secures Theatrical Release
Deadline reported that Amazon MGM Studios will launch Ali G: Who Iz I? in U.S. theaters on October 23. The film marks Cohen’s feature-directorial debut and reunites the Oscar-nominated comedian with the studio that distributed his 2020 sequel, *Borat Subsequent Moviefilm*.
Background of the Ali G Character and Cohen’s Filmography
The Ali G persona originated on Channel 4’s *The 11 O’Clock Show* in 1998 before heading to HBO for *Da Ali G Show* in the early 2000s. Cohen first brought the character to the big screen with the 2002 comedy *Ali G Indahouse*, which earned over $23 million internationally despite lacking a U.S. theatrical run. He later achieved mainstream success with *Borat* (2006), which grossed $262.5 million worldwide and earned Oscar nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Supporting Actress (Maria Baklava). *Borat Subsequent Moviefilm* premiered on Prime Video during the COVID-19 pandemic in October 2020, when most cinemas were closed.
Upcoming Competition at the Box Office
Deadline noted that *Ali G: Who Iz I?* will open alongside Warner Bros./DC’s *Clayface* and Sony’s *Klara and the Sun*, the latter directed by Taika Waititi and starring Jenna Ortega and Amy Adams. The clustering of releases suggests a crowded fall slate for wide-release comedies and genre titles.
Data & Statistics
- Release date: October 23 (theatrical).
- Prior Ali G film (*Indahouse*) earned $23 million+ overseas.
- *Borat* (2006) total worldwide gross: $262.5 million.
- *Borat Subsequent Moviefilm* received Oscar nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Supporting Actress.
The upcoming release represents Cohen’s first fully theatrical outing since *Borat* and signals Amazon MGM Studios’ continued investment in high-profile comedy properties.
