Rain Reign is a 2026 American drama film written, produced, and directed by Erika Burke Rossa (in her feature film directorial debut). It is based on the 2014 novel by Ann M. Martin, and stars Paul Rudd, Jeremy Sisto, Felice Kakaletris, Gretchen Mol, Mary Stuart Masterson, Jeremy Davidson, and C. J. Wilson.
The film premiered at the Tribeca Festival on June 6, 2026.
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Premise
Rose is a 12-year-old, neurodivergent girl cared for by her struggling single dad and well-meaning uncle. When her beloved dog goes missing during a superstorm, she embarks on a search that will test her family's bonds and her own resilience.
Cast
Paul Rudd
Jeremy Sisto
Felice Kakaletris as Rose Howard
Gretchen Mol
Mary Stuart Masterson
Jeremy Davidson
C. J. Wilson
Production
In March 2025, it was reported that an adaptation of the 2014 novel Rain Reign by Ann M. Martin was in development, with Erika Burke Rossa writing, producing, and directing, and Paul Rudd starring in the lead role. Filming wrapped in July 2025, when Jeremy Sisto, Felice Kakaletris, Gretchen Mol, Mary Stuart Masterson, Jeremy Davidson, and C. J. Wilson rounded out the cast.
Release
Rain Reign premiered at the Tribeca Festival on June 6, 2026.