Unabomber [2026]

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Unabomber is a 2026 American crime-drama film directed by Janus Metz and written by Sam Chalsen and Nelson Greaves. It dramatizes the life of Ted Kaczynski, the mathematician who became known as the Unabomber after carrying out a nearly two-decade bombing campaign in the United States. The film stars Jacob Tremblay as Kaczynski, with Russell Crowe, Shailene Woodley, and Annabelle Wallis among the supporting cast. It was released by Netflix in the United States on September 25, 2026, with a running time of approximately 100 minutes.

The film appears to focus particularly on the development of Kaczynski's worldview and the events surrounding his transformation from mathematical prodigy to terrorist. The story connects his early academic life with the later investigation into the Unabomber, allowing the filmmakers to explore both his intellectual background and the consequences of his violent campaign. Russell Crowe plays Henry Murray, while Woodley portrays FBI Agent Joanne Miller, providing an investigative perspective alongside Kaczynski's story.

Production of the film developed over several years. The project originated in 2020, when Sam Chalsen and Nelson Greaves were hired to write a feature about the Unabomber. Casting and the choice of Janus Metz as director were announced in 2025, and filming subsequently took place in Montreal. The project was initially titled Unabom before being renamed Unabomber in March 2026. 

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