Emma Stone is officially stepping back into the romantic comedy genre with an exciting new project. The acclaimed actress has closed a deal to star alongside Chris Pine in The Catch, a Universal Pictures romantic comedy scheduled for theatrical release on May 21, 2027.
A Career Built on Rom-Coms
Throughout her career, Emma Stone has delivered memorable performances in some of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic comedies. Her filmography in the genre includes standout titles like La La Land, Easy A, Crazy, Stupid, Love, and Aloha. Her role in La La Land earned her the Academy Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role, with the film itself winning a total of six Academy Awards at the ceremony.
In recent years, Stone has pivoted toward more artistic collaborations, frequently working with director Yorgos Lanthimos on films such as Poor Things, Kinds of Kindness, and Bugonia. This new romantic comedy marks a return to the mainstream genre that helped define her earlier career.
The Catch: Cast, Crew, and Production Details
The Catch brings together a talented creative team for this romantic comedy production. The film is directed by Dave McCary, known for his work on Saturday Night Live. Notably, McCary is also Emma Stone’s husband, adding a personal connection to the project.
The screenplay was written by Jen Statsky (known for the series Hacks) and Travis Helwig, with the original spec script created by Patrick Kang and Michael Levin. While plot details remain under wraps, Stone reportedly chose this project after being impressed by the latest draft of the script.
Chris Pine’s Rom-Com Legacy
Emma Stone’s co-star, Chris Pine, brings his own extensive experience in romantic comedies to the project. Pine previously starred in several notable rom-coms including The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, Just My Luck, Blind Dating, and This Means War. Like Stone, Pine has recently taken on more diverse roles, including making his feature directorial debut with Poolman. With The Catch, both actors are returning to the mainstream romantic comedy genre.
Emma Stone’s Recent Achievements and Record
Since her last feature film, Bugonia, Emma Stone has continued to receive critical acclaim. Her performance in the Yorgos Lanthimos collaboration earned her an Academy Award nomination, bringing her total to seven Oscar nominations. This achievement makes her the second-youngest person to reach this milestone and the youngest woman in history to earn seven Oscar nominations.
For context, the previous record was held by Meryl Streep, who received her seventh nomination at age 38 in 1988. The youngest person ever to achieve seven Oscar nominations remains Walt Disney, who reached this milestone at age 34.
Production Company Involvement
Emma Stone and director Dave McCary’s production label, Fruit Tree, is involved in the project. The company signed a first-look deal with Universal Pictures in 2024. Fruit Tree has previously produced critically acclaimed films including Poor Things, I Saw the TV Glow, A Real Pain, and Bugonia.
Additional production comes from Shawn Levy and Dan Levine through their 21 Laps production company. Levy is an exceptionally prolific producer currently working on Star Wars: Starfighter, which wrapped filming in December 2025 and is scheduled for release on May 28, 2027—just one week after The Catch hits theaters.
What’s Next for Emma Stone
With The Catch set for 2027, Emma Stone is officially back in the romantic comedy business. The film represents an exciting return to the genre that audiences have loved her in, while also showcasing her ability to balance both mainstream and artistic film projects. Fans of Stone and Pine’s previous rom-com work will undoubtedly be anticipating this theatrical release.
Stay tuned!