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Emma Stone, Chris Pine Rom-Com 'The Catch' Set for 2027
27 Apr
Summary
- Emma Stone and Chris Pine to star in a new romantic comedy.
- The film, titled 'The Catch,' is slated for a May 2027 release.
- Dave McCary to direct, with Stone producing through Fruit Tree.

Universal has slated "The Catch," a new romantic comedy starring Emma Stone and Chris Pine, for release on May 21, 2027. The film is directed by Dave McCary, Stone's husband, from a script penned by Patrick Kang and Michael Levin. Stone, McCary, and Ali Herting will produce the project under their Fruit Tree banner, which holds a first-look deal with Universal. This project marks another collaboration between Stone and Fruit Tree, following her recent Oscar-nominated work.
Plot details for "The Catch" are being kept under wraps as the film prepares for its pre-Memorial Day weekend debut. It will share the release window with other major studio films. McCary, known for his work on "Epic Rap Battles of History" and "Saturday Night Live" segments, brings his feature directorial experience to this project. Both Stone and Pine are represented by prominent agencies, highlighting the project's high-profile nature.