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Jason Bateman has officially completed filming his latest directorial effort, the upcoming Netflix Original crime-comedy Dodo’s chatter. Starring Sam Rockwell and Woody Harrelson, the plot focuses on a small-town farmer forced into hiding by his boss due to negligence. Now that the cameras are off, here’s our updated guide to everything we know Dodo’s chatter On Netflix.
Dodo’s chatter is an upcoming Netflix Original crime comedy film directed by Jason Bateman, who has previously starred in the Netflix carry on And arrested Development, And has also directed episodes and played lead roles ozark And black Rabbit. The film is written by novelist Rae Curtis (Rajjwar).
what is the plot of Dodo’s chatter?
Netflix has provided an official synopsis for Dodo’s chatter: :
“The Dodos centers on small-town farmer George, who has a truly horrifying day when he discovers a corpse suffocating in a grain bin and is forced by his boss, Denny, into an unwittingly chaotic, reckless cover-up.”
who is in the cast of Dodo’s chatter?
When the film was first announced, we only knew of two major attachments: Sam Rockwell And woody harrelsonwho previously worked together on the acclaimed film Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.
It has since been confirmed that Rockwell will play the role of farmer, George, while Harrelson will play his untrustworthy boss, Denny.
During their recent July 2026 episode smartless Podcast, Bateman spoke highly of Rockwell’s direction. After a guest shared a story about a brilliant flash-memorization acting trick, Bateman playfully admitted that he had to do it Be careful with your lead actor: “He really is a cunning scoundrel. I will keep him on my knees.”
The lead pair includes a stellar supporting cast:
- fred hechinger (kraven the hunter, gladiator ii)
- Michael McKean (better call Saul, this is spinal tap)
- esther mcgregor (Baby girl)
- jane lyon (Justified, claws)
- amy coligado (malcolm in the middle)
- Darrin Baker (man from toronto) as Officer Hopkins
- steve routman (flower moon killer) as Dr. Leishman
- Nigel J. Lisaghat as tim
Pictured (left to right): Sam Rockwell in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Jojo Rabbit and Moon
Pictured (left to right): Woody Harrelson in Zombieland, The Hunger Games and True Detective
What is the production status of Dodo’s chatter?
Development
filming scheduled
filming going on
post production
Filming officially began on June 1, 2026 and after six weeks of shooting, principal photography was completed on July 12, 2026.
Production set up camp entirely in new jerseyFilming took place in several communities in Union and Bergen counties. Primary locations included Upper Saddle River and Cranford, where Bateman and Rockwell were seen filming sunny outdoor scenes at the Birchwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Bateman was also seen talking Taking photographs with local police officers on set in Ringwood. The production was also seen filming in Scotch Plains.
There weren’t a lot of photos of the production during its entire run in NJ, but in the few we did get, we got to see Sam Rockwell and Michael McKean in action.
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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – June 16: Sam Rockwell and Michael McKean on the set of “Cackling of the Dodos” on June 16, 2026 in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. (Photo by Bobby Banks/GC Images)
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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – June 16: Sam Rockwell and Michael McKean on the set of “Cackling of the Dodos” on June 16, 2026 in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. (Photo by Bobby Banks/GC Images)
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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – June 16: Sam Rockwell throws a rope on the set of “Cackling of the Dodos” on June 16, 2026 in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. (Photo by Bobby Banks/GC Images)
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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – June 16: Director Jason Bateman on the set of “Cackling of the Dodos” on June 16, 2026 in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. (Photo by Bobby Banks/GC Images)
CRANFORD, NJ – June 08: The atmosphere on the set of “Cackling of the Dodos” on June 8, 2026 in Cranford, New Jersey. (Photo by Bobby Banks/GC Images)
We can also confirm that two-time Oscar-nominated cinematographer Matthew Libatique (black Swan, a star is born) served as director of photography. The film has officially gone into post-production.
when will it happen Dodo’s chatter Will it be released on Netflix?
Now that the filming has been successfully completed by mid-July 2026, we have a better idea of the release window. The post-production of the film is going on smoothly, it will premiere on Netflix shortly. 2027 Very likely.
Once Netflix confirms the exact release date or window, we will keep you updated.
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