Nivanna:
The Band – 
The Show –
The Movie

 

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Director: Matt Johnson
Cast: Matt Johnson, Jay McCarrol, Jared Raab, Ben Petrie, Ethan Eng, Maddy Wilde, Roz Weston, Anthony Fantano
Release Date: February 13, 2026 (Theatrical)
Genre: Comedy / Adventure / Sci-Fi
Country: Canada
Language: English
Run Time: 100 min
Distributor: Elevation Pictures (Canada); NEON (U.S.)

In this irreverent Canadian comedy adventure, lifelong best friends Matt (Matt Johnson) and Jay (Jay McCarrol) have spent years trying — and failing — to book a gig for their band at Toronto’s iconic Rivoli club. When their latest absurd scheme goes spectacularly wrong, they accidentally travel back to 2008, setting off a chaotic time-travel romp that sees them confronting old versions of themselves, making increasingly outlandish plans, and scrambling to return to the present. Part mockumentary, part sci-fi spoof, the film blends spontaneous humor, pop-culture riffing, and heartfelt friendship moments.

Top Reviews:

  • “A furiously funny roller coaster whose manic energy rarely dips — one of the sharpest comedies of the year.” — The Globe and Mail

  • “So affable and good-natured, it’s difficult not to crack a smile; clever, charming, and uproarious.” — AV Club 

  • “Combines sly filmmaking with gut-busting laughs; pure heaven for fans and converts alike.” — Rotten Tomatoes critic consensus.

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