Olivia Wilde's latest directorial effort, 'The Invite,' a comedy co-written by Will McCormack and Rashida Jones, is now showing in movie theaters nationwide. The film, an English-language remake of the 2020 Spanish movie 'The People Upstairs,' marks Wilde's third time in the director's chair, following 'Booksmart' and 'Don't Worry Darling.'
Wilde also stars in 'The Invite' as Angela, a woman who invites her upstairs neighbors, Pína (Penélope Cruz) and Hawk (Edward Norton), over for dinner. Seth Rogen also features in the cast as Angela's husband, Joe. The film's plot centers on the increasingly uncomfortable dinner party as the neighbors' intentions become clearer.
Critics have offered positive reviews for the film. However, 'The Invite' is currently exclusively available in theaters. It was released in limited theaters on June 26 and expanded nationwide on July 10.
Streaming Availability
Fans looking to watch 'The Invite' at home will need to wait. The film is not currently available on streaming services like Netflix or HBO Max. Due to a distribution agreement between A24 and Warner Bros. Discovery, the film is expected to eventually stream on Max, Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming platform. This agreement typically designates Max as the first streaming service to carry A24 theatrical releases after their digital and home media availability.
While specific dates are unconfirmed, past A24 films have debuted on digital platforms approximately one month after their theatrical release and on Max about four months later. If 'The Invite' follows a similar pattern, it could be available for digital purchase or rent around August 2026 and begin streaming on Max in November 2026. However, these are projections, and release timelines can vary.
For those eager to see the film immediately, tickets can be found via Fandango for showings in U.S. theaters.