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Netflix is preparing to introduce a highly anticipated romantic comedy to its growing library just in time for summer. 2019 blacklist script Voicemail for Isabel has been adapted into a new feature film for the streamer, and has now been confirmed to officially premiere globally on June 19, 2026. Here’s our updated, comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about the film.
Note: Netflix has not released official first look stills or a trailer yet – we’ll update this post as soon as they are released!
This project has been in the works for quite some time, as we covered when the news first broke from Netflix in mid-May 2025. First officially unveiled in 2019Although not attached to Netflix at the time, Hailee Steinfeld originally wanted to play the lead role. At the time, Sony pursued the project based on a spec script by actress and writer Leah McKendrick, with Sharon Maguire attached to direct. After that initial announcement, the script was finally included in 2019. black listThe prestigious annual roundup of the best unproduced scripts.
An early version of the script may still be found online And reviewed by the fantastic screenwriting resource script shadow, which also Interview mackendrick After the original sale. After a halt in development, McKendrick moved on to other projects. MFA, melee, and upcoming I Know What You Did Last Summer Reboot.
Now, the project has found a permanent home at Netflix. Leah McKendrick not only wrote the feature, but she also moved on to direct (and even star!). Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Becky Sanderman, Steve Tisch and David Bloomfield are producing the film under the Escape Artists Production banner.
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what is the story of Voicemail for Isabel?
Here is a detailed synopsis of the upcoming movie:
“Despite Isabelle’s lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis, Jill and her sister Isabelle have always been close. When Isabelle dies just after Jill’s 29th birthday, Jill is devastated and directionless. Back in L.A., where she is pursuing her dream of becoming a TV writer and finding “a boyfriend for life,” Jill copes by leaving a voicemail for Isabelle – her Awkward, raw updates on the chaotic love life. But what Jill doesn’t know is that Isabelle’s number has been reassigned… Austin, a real estate agent in New York, is intrigued and intrigued by Jill’s stories, especially over her drama with charming British dating coach Chad. Austin impulsively flies to meet Jill – but Jill keeps leaving voicemails, not knowing that Austin is the one. Whether he is listening to him or not, he has accidentally fallen in love with someone.”
who is being impersonated Voicemail for Isabel?
As first revealed by Deadline, the project is being helmed by zoey dutch And nick robinsonDeutch led the charge.
Deutch (known for the Netflix rom-com favorite set it up, Zombieland: Double TapAnd Politician) Jill will play.
Robinson (Love, Simon, jurassic world, a teacher) is set to play the role of Wes. (Editor’s Note: We previously suspected Robinson might play British dating coach Chad, but he’s officially credited as Wes — presumably an updated name for the New York real estate agent “Austin” mentioned in the synopsis!)
We also have the full extended cast list for the film:
- Leah McKendrick Will also step in front of the camera to play Brida.
- nick offerman (parks and Recreation, the last of us) as Chef Bastian
- lucas gauge (white lotus, You) as Arthur
- Harry Shum Jr. (glee, everything everywhere at once) as Andy
- megan denso (virgin river) as zela
- toby sandman (Power Book III: Raising Kanan) as Tyler
- spencer lord (Riverdale) as Scott (Pink Eye)
- ciara bravo (Cherry, Wayne) as the titular sister, Isabel.
- gill bellows (The Shawshank Redemption) as dad
Who else is behind the film?
Involve a broader team behind the scenes Voicemail for Isabel For life are:
- Julia Swain – director of photography
- lee huxel – Editor
- celine diano – production designer
- carla hetland – costume designer
- Jacqueline Nguyen – Production Manager
- steven boxey – Post Production Supervisor
- marilyn dervisevich – Assistant Set Decorator
when was it Voicemail for Isabel filmed?
As we heavily hinted at last year when we dropped our Summer 2025 production start list, a new romantic comedy was getting ready for production. filming for Voicemail for Isabel Operating primarily from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada From July 10, 2025 to September 10, 2025. Some filming reportedly took place on Commercial Drive, Featured bars and restaurants in Havana.
We didn’t get many behind-the-scenes updates other than a few stories uploaded by Zoey Deutch:
Zoey Deutch BTS on voicemail for Isabelle – Image Courtesy glittermagazine instagram
As SFGate reported mid SeptemberHowever, the film also moved to San Francisco, California for its final filming, where shooting took place at “Fisherman’s Wharf in addition to other sights such as Golden Gate Park, Union Square, and the Palace of Fine Arts”.
When is the Netflix release date?
Mark your calendars! Netflix has confirmed this Voicemail for Isabel There will be a global decline Friday, June 19, 2026. This is June’s second major film, the other being John Cena’s new comedy Younger brother Due to expire on June 26.
Are you eager to check? Voicemail for Isabel On Netflix this June? Let us know in the comments below!
