Remember racing tiny die-cast cars across the living room as a kid? That beloved childhood favourite is hitting the big screen! Matchbox is getting a live-action, globe-trotting action-comedy on Apple TV+ in Fall 2026, packed with jaw-dropping stunts, laughs, and epic car chases.
The Dream Team Making It Happen
Directed by Sam Hargrave (Extraction) and written by David Coggeshall and Jonathan Tropper, the film is produced by Apple Original Films, Skydance Media, and Mattel Studios. After Barbie, Mattel is proving its toys can become full-blown blockbuster adventures.
John Cena and a Star-Studded Cast
John Cena leads as Sean, a former soldier who reunites with childhood friends for one last globe-trotting mission. Joining him are Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, Teyonah Parris, Danai Gurira, Corey Stoll, Arturo Castro, and Randeep Hooda.
Epic Action & Practical Stunts
Filmed across Budapest, Slovakia, Morocco, and Los Angeles, expect real cars, explosions, high-speed chases, and stunts that celebrate the spirit of the original toys. It’s a full-on Matchbox adventure brought to life.
Why Fans Are Losing Their Minds
Producers call it “the most fun action movie I’ve ever made.” Get ready to relive your childhood… at full throttle. This one is going to be wild, hilarious, and impossible to look away from.
