Mcgregor & hathaway journey through time in david robert mitchell's 'oak street'

Warner Bros. is poised to deliver a mind-bending thriller this summer, and the first glimpse of David Robert Mitchell’s Oak Street has already sparked considerable buzz.

A neighborhood lost, a family's fight

The film, slated for release on August 14, 2026, centers on the Platt family and their seemingly ordinary suburban neighborhood, Oak Street. But their reality shatters when a mysterious cosmic event catapults them—and the entire neighborhood—back to the age of dinosaurs. The new teaser, now available, offers a tantalizing preview of this temporal displacement and the ensuing struggle for survival.

Mitchell, known for his atmospheric and unsettling films like It Follows and Under the Silver Lake, steers a narrative that promises a potent blend of suspense, science fiction, and familial drama. The premise alone – an entire community flung millions of years into the past – is rich with potential for both visual spectacle and psychological exploration. It’s a bold concept, and Mitchell’s track record suggests he'll approach it with a distinctive, unsettling style.

Ewan McGregor, fresh off roles in A Gentleman in Moscow and Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio, and Anne Hathaway, whose recent credits include The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Eileen, anchor the film. They’re joined by a compelling supporting cast including Maisy Stella, Christian Convery, Chris Coy, P.J. Byrne, and Bethany Anne Lind, each bringing their own distinct presence to the unfolding crisis.

The official synopsis reveals a deeper layer of the stakes: “After a mysterious cosmic phenomenon rips Oak Street from its suburban setting and transports its inhabitants to an unknown place, the Platt family soon discovers that their own survival depends on staying together as they navigate an environment they no longer recognize.” The emphasis on familial unity underscores the film’s core emotional throughline amidst the chaos of prehistoric survival.

While details remain scarce beyond this initial teaser and synopsis, Oak Street already presents itself as a departure from the typical summer blockbuster fare. Mitchell’s directorial vision, coupled with the star power of McGregor and Hathaway, suggests a film that will linger in the mind long after the credits roll.