Everything you need to know about ‘The Gallerist’
Netflix is levelling up in every way possible before the year-end, and in a move probably no one saw coming, the streaming giant acquired the international distribution rights to The Gallerist, starring Natalie Portman and Jenna Ortega.
Coming to Netflix this December on the same day it opens in US theatres, the move means streaming users across the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other regions, except the United States, can watch it from the comfort of their homes from the first day.
The Gallerist already had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 24th, 2026. But its widespread Netflix arrival is news sure to break the internet.
As for the rest of the details, here’s a comprehensive guide to everything known so far about The Gallerist.
What is the plot?
Set during Art Basel Miami, The Gallerist follows ambitious gallery owner Polina Polinski as she walks a tightrope of high society after a recent separation from her wealthy ex-husband. As she finds herself knee-deep in financial trouble, everything now depends on her gallery’s solo show for up-and-coming artist Stella Burgess. But when an influencer dies accidentally in the gallery and ends up as the centrepiece of the show, things spiral out of control. Just how much? Find out soon in the black-comedy thriller!
Who is in the cast and crew?
The movie flaunts a star-studded cast led by Natalie Portman as Polina Polinksi and Jenna Ortega as Kiki Gorman, the gallery owner’s assistant.
Catherine Zeta-Jones, who portrays Morticia Addams in Netflix’s Wednesday, also appears in The Gallerist as Kiki’s aunt and art curator Marianne Gorman, alongside Da’Vine Joy Randolph as Stella Burgess, Sterling K Brown as Polina’s rich ex-husband and business tycoon Tom, Zach Galifianakis as social media influencer Dalton Hardberry and Daniel Brühl as a rookie art collector. Charli XCX as Dalton’s girlfriend Alex, and Youssef Kerkour as Doug, round out the cast.
Cathy Yan directed and co-wrote the screenplay with James Pedersen, with Portman, who previously appeared in Netflix’s May December, listed as producer.
Is there a trailer?
Thankfully, you guys are right on time! The Gallerist does have an official trailer, and if you’re interested, you can check it out below.
When does The Gallerist arrive on Netflix?
The Gallerist is set to hit Netflix shelves on December 4th, 2026. But US fans cannot stream the black comedy thriller on Netflix just yet, as the distribution rights are with Roadside Attractions and Vertical and the film releases in US theatres on the same day.