Bombshell 2 (2026)

The Aftershock of Truth

Bombshell 2 picks up several years after the fall of Roger Ailes, shifting focus to a new generation of women navigating the toxic undercurrents still present in the world of broadcast journalism and corporate power.

The film introduces fresh faces while bringing back familiar ones — Charlize Theron returns as Megyn Kelly in a limited capacity, now serving as a mentor figure to younger journalists facing similar institutional pressure and moral dilemmas.

A Cast of Strength and Grit

• Florence Pugh stars as an ambitious young anchor rising through the ranks.

• Viola Davis plays a tenacious network executive determined to change the system from within.

• Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, and Margot Robbie reprise their roles in cameo or supporting appearances, tying the new story to the original narrative.

Themes and Direction

Directed by Jay Roach, Bombshell 2 explores:

• The modern media machine’s response to whistleblowers

• Corporate retaliation in the digital age

• The psychological toll of speaking up — and staying loud

• Intersectionality and the evolving role of women in leadership

“It’s not just about exposing the system anymore. It’s about rebuilding it — piece by piece.”
— Jay Roach, Director

A Film for This Generation

Unlike its predecessor’s internal focus, Bombshell 2 expands to include voices from digital journalism, social media influencers, and global perspectives. The narrative dives into how power shifts — but not always for the better — and how the cost of truth still weighs heavy on the people brave enough to speak it.

BOMBSHELL 2 – IN THEATERS: NOVEMBER 2026

Studio: Lionsgate
Director: Jay Roach
Writers: Charles Randolph
Starring: Florence Pugh, Viola Davis, Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, Margot Robbie
Genre: Drama, Political, Biographical
Rated: R (expected)
Release Date: November 2026