Ali G: Who Iz I? (2026): cast, story, release date and box office
Ali G: Who Iz I? (2026) is a British comedy satire starring Sacha Baron Cohen in his directorial debut.
Key points
- A standalone British comedy film, not a sequel to Ali G Indahouse.
- Sacha Baron Cohen directed, wrote, and stars as Ali G in his feature directorial debut.
- Premiered in Los Angeles on 14 October 2026, released in the U.S. on 23 October 2026.
Ali G: Who Iz I? is a 2026 British comedy film that blends satire and mockumentary style. It marks Sacha Baron Cohen's feature directorial debut, as he wrote, produced, directed, and stars in the film as Ali G, a character he first introduced on Channel 4.
The film is a standalone entry and not a sequel to Ali G Indahouse (2002). It premiered at the Hollywood Legion Theater in Los Angeles on 14 October 2026, before its official release. The film is distributed by Amazon MGM Studios and scheduled for a U.S. release on 23 October 2026.
Production began with filming in an Oxfordshire zoo, reported in July 2025. In July 2026, Baron Cohen was officially named as writer and director, and the title was revealed as Ali G: Who Iz I?. The film is categorized under comedy, satire, and mockumentary genres.
The cast includes Sacha Baron Cohen as Ali G. No other actors are listed in the sources. Streaming availability is not currently listed on any service, and the sources indicate no streaming platforms have been identified. Availability may vary by country.
The film's production details show that it was shot in secret after a two-decade gap, with Baron Cohen returning to the role. No budget or box office earnings are reported in the sources. As of the latest data, no financial figures are available.
The film is not currently available in theaters beyond its premiere in Los Angeles. It is not listed on any streaming services, and availability changes by country.
Production details confirm filming took place in Oxfordshire, with Baron Cohen in character as Ali G. The film was developed over a period of one year after initial reports of filming activity.
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Questions and answers
- No, the film is a stand-alone entry and not a sequel to Ali G Indahouse (2002).
- Is Ali G: Who Iz I? a sequel to Ali G Indahouse?
- The film premiered in Los Angeles on 14 October 2026. It is not listed on any streaming services. Availability varies by country.
- Where can I watch Ali G: Who Iz I? in theaters or on streaming?
- Sacha Baron Cohen directed and wrote the film, marking his feature directorial debut.
- Who directed and wrote Ali G: Who Iz I?
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