"MATCHBOX THE MOVIE" STARRING JOHN CENA

 

Inspired by the iconic Mattel toys, “Matchbox The Movie” is an action-packed, globetrotting adventure about a group of friends since childhood who have their lives upended when undercover CIA agent Sean (John Cena), their long-absent former leader, returns to their small town and unwittingly gets them embroiled in a frantic international pursuit to save the world.

 

An Apple Original Film hailing from Skydance Media and Mattel Studios, “Matchbox The Movie” is directed and executive produced by Sam Hargrave and written by David Coggeshall. David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger produce for Skydance, and Robbie Brenner and Ynon Kreiz produce for Mattel Studios. Jules Daly also serves as producer. Patrick Newall and Elizabeth Bassin serve as executive producers.

 

 

Apple TV at SDCC 2026

 

Apple TV today revealed a lineup of its celebrated original films and series for a first-time Hall H panel at this year's San Diego Comic-Con International. Set for Saturday, July 25, at 2:00pm, the Apple lineup includes the genre-bending, celebrated series  “Widow’s Bay” — coming off the heels of its record-breaking 19 Emmy nominations — upcoming films “Matchbox The Movie” and “Mayday,” as well as the critically acclaimed fan-favorite series “Dark Matter,”  and “Silo.”  Josh Horowitz, host of the “Happy, Sad, Confused” podcast will moderate all of the conversations.

In addition to the Hall H panel, fans will also be able to attend a special sneak preview screening of the first episode of the new season of “Dark Matter,” and take an immersive step into the underground world of “Silo” in a multi-sensory installation that will transport visitors into the silo itself to experience the tension, intrigue, and atmosphere that has captivated audiences worldwide.

San Diego Comic-Con International is set to take place from Thursday, July 23, through Sunday, July 26. Below are details of all the Apple TV activities and confirmed panel participants.