Dakota and Elle Fanning's WWII Drama Shifts to March
Originally published Jul 10, 2026
By Pat Saperstein · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 10, 2026
Key points
- Dakota and Elle Fanning star in 'The Nightingale,' their first starring movie roles together.
- The film's release date has been moved to March 19, facing off against 'Sonic the Hedgehog 4'.
- The new date targets college students on spring break and the Easter holiday period.
The WWII drama 'The Nightingale,' starring Dakota and Elle Fanning in their first starring movie roles together, has been moved to March 19. The new release date positions the film to compete with 'Sonic the Hedgehog 4' and target college students during spring break. The shift aims to capitalize on the Easter holiday period, potentially increasing audience reach. The film's delayed release is expected to impact its box office performance and marketing strategy.
Read the original story: Variety — by Pat Saperstein