‘Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother’ Release Date, Time, Cast and Trailer Details

Amazon MGM Studios’ Orion Pictures unveiled the trailer for ‘Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother’ in early August, showcasing it as a dramatic action thriller featuring Oscar winner Mahershala Ali, who also serves as a producer, with the film written and directed by Bassam Tariq. The title is inspired by an Islamic saying that emphasizes the love and care owed to mothers, setting the stage for a film that juxtaposes brutal violence with genuine tenderness.

Following its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, excitement for ‘Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother’ is rapidly increasing. One critic described it as unlike any action film you will see this year, highlighting its introspective, humorous, and fierce elements. Here’s everything you need to know before it hits theaters.

The film is scheduled to release on Friday, September 25. However, the initial rollout will be limited, meaning not everyone will have access to it that weekend. According to an exclusive report from Deadline, the movie will debut in theaters in New York and Los Angeles on September 25, followed by wider releases on October 2 and October 9.

This means that the specific showtime will vary based on your location and the theater screening it. Fans can sign up for alerts on Fandango to be notified when tickets become available in their area. If you are outside the initial cities, mark your calendars for the broader October dates.

Currently, there is no streaming date announced. One review indicates that the film will be exclusively in theaters starting September 25. Amazon MGM Studios is managing distribution, but no plans for home viewing have been revealed yet.

Mahershala Ali stars as Latif, supported by John Cho and Giancarlo Esposito in pivotal roles. Cho portrays the influential faith leader Hwan Yoon, while the cast also includes Abubakr Ali, Laith Nakli, Tramell Tillman, Tiffany Boone, Jahleel Kamara, and Esposito, who plays Abdul Malik.

The family at the heart of the story is just as significant as the notable cast. Shakirah DeMesier plays Latif’s wife Khadijah, while his children include the thoughtful teenager Fatiha, portrayed by Adia, and his devout young son Qadir, played by Jahleel Kamara. Additionally, there is Aziza, a nursing infant who loses her mother’s comfort and nourishment.

On the production side, Katelin Arizmendi is responsible for cinematography, Cam McLauchlin handled editing, and Son Lux composed the score. Lucan Toh and Babak Anvari produced alongside Tariq.

The narrative centers on Latif, a devout hitman grappling with the challenges of work, faith, and fatherhood. Following the death of his wife, he embarks on a desperate journey across Houston to safeguard his children. While external forces threaten him, the film also delves into his internal struggles.

The official logline offers further insight into the chaos. As Latif searches for breast milk for his infant daughter, he becomes embroiled in a hit job that pits him against Hwan Yoon, compelling him to rely on his community to protect his family. This unique premise sets it apart from typical action films, which is precisely the intention.

Critics have noted the film’s deeper themes. The Hollywood Reporter’s review suggests it transcends a mere loving portrayal of Islam, as Tariq explores a version of masculinity that embraces a full spectrum of human emotion. This may explain why many early reactions describe it as much a spiritual journey as a fight movie.

The trailer emphasizes the clash between quiet devotion and sudden violence. Released on a Monday by Orion Pictures, it presents the film as a genre thriller with substantial emotional stakes. Following its festival premiere, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.

The film also has an intriguing backstory. Ali and Tariq were initially set to create a ‘Blade’ reboot for Marvel, but that project ultimately fell through. Variety noted that this film features at least as much stylish swordplay as ‘Blade,’ but with significantly more thematic depth.

Praise for Ali’s performance is nearly unanimous. One critic described him as remarkable in a role perfectly suited to his commanding screen presence, exhibiting a composure that conveys both nurturing calm and cold-blooded danger. Another pointed out that Tariq builds on the promise of his debut ‘Mogul Mowgli’ with this blend of family drama, faith exploration, and action.

If the reviews are any indication, Ali and Tariq may have created something even more compelling than the superhero movie they initially intended, raising the question: was losing ‘Blade’ the best thing that could have happened to this duo?