Tony (2026)
"I was — to be frank — a spoiled, miserable, narcissistic, self-destructive and thoughtless young lout, and badly in need of a good ass-kicking."
A 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain travels to Provincetown and stumbles into the chaotic world of a restaurant kitchen, setting off a summer that will shape the course of his life.
| Type | Movie |
|---|---|
| Released | 7 August 2026 |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy |
| Director | Matt Johnson |
| Starring | Dominic Sessa, Antonio Banderas and Emilia Jones |
| Runtime | 107 min |
| Rated | R |
| Scores | TMDB users 7.5/10 |
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What kind of watch this is
Matt Johnson directs this 107-minute drama-comedy about a 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain stumbling into a chaotic kitchen in Provincetown. Dominic Sessa plays the young chef, alongside Antonio Banderas and Emilia Jones. The film leans on Bourdain’s own words, quoting him as a "spoiled, miserable, narcissistic, self-destructive and thoughtless young lout." That self-diagnosis frames the entire summer. It is a story about how a good ass-kicking can shape a life.
What the critics said
Rotten Tomatoes shows 93% of 234 critic reviews are positive, averaging 7.7 out of 10. Metacritic sits at 75, a weighted average based on 50 critics that signals generally favorable reception. The New York Times designated it a Critic's Pick. Jeannette Catsoulis called the movie "splendid," noting its charm remains intact even if the subject were a complete unknown. Kyle Smith of the Wall Street Journal found the unshowy dedication to craft a marvel, describing it as a crystalline little film. The consensus paints a portrait of a scrappy coming-of-age story that balances sweetness with tartness, a tribute to mentorship that works on its own terms.
How it did with audiences
No box office figures exist for Tony. On TMDB, users give it a 7.5 out of 10. That score suggests the audience enjoyed the ride without feeling the need to shout about it from the rooftops. It is a steady, if quiet, recommendation.
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Sources
- Tony on TMDB — synopsis, cast, ratings and recommendations
- Wikidata Q136311776 — review scores, box office and awards (CC0)
- “Tony (2026 film)” on Wikipedia, by its contributors (history) — reception, audience figures and legacy, summarised and adapted here under CC BY-SA 4.0
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