Upcoming Children’s Toy Action Movie 2026

Remember the thrill of racing tiny toy cars around your house as a kid? Get ready to relive that excitement on the big screen! Matchbox cars are revving up for a live-action, action-comedy movie on Apple TV+ in the fall of 2026. Expect jaw-dropping stunts, laughs, and epic car chases as your favorite childhood toys come to life.

The film is in good hands with director Sam Hargrave (known for Extraction) at the helm, and writers David Coggeshall and Jonathan Tropper bringing the story to life. Produced by Apple Original Films, Skydance Media, and Mattel Studios, this movie is following in the footsteps of the successful Barbie franchise, showing that toys can make blockbuster adventures too.

The star-studded cast includes John Cena leading the pack as Sean, a former soldier embarking on a globe-trotting adventure with childhood friends. Joining Cena are Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, Teyonah Parris, Danai Gurira, Corey Stoll, Arturo Castro, and Randeep Hooda, promising a dynamic and diverse lineup.

Filmed in locations like Budapest, Slovakia, Morocco, and Los Angeles, the movie promises real cars, explosions, high-speed chases, and practical stunts that capture the essence of the original Matchbox toys. Producers are hyping it up as the “most fun action movie ever made,” teasing fans with promises of a wild, hilarious, and captivating ride that will take them back to their childhood days. Get ready to buckle up and enjoy the thrilling Matchbox adventure coming your way in 2026!