Being Heumann

Being Heumann

Based on a true revolution.

R 2026 · 127 min · Drama, History

Scrappy, defiant, and done being treated like a burden, Judy Heumann turns her outrage into a revolution. In 1977, she and more than 100 disability rights protestors send a very loud message: The system is broken—not us.

Directed by Sian Heder · Written by Rebekah Taussig

In theaters Nov 6, 2026

Cast

Ruth Madeley Judith 'Judy' Heumann
Mark Ruffalo Joseph Califano
Dylan O'Brien Evan White
Madeline Delp Kitty Cone
Rob Delaney Congressman Miller
Ray Fisher Chuck Jackson
Michael Patrick Thornton Ed Roberts
Antwan Tolliver Brad Lomax
Daniel Durant Steve McCleeland
Jon Beavers Jim Pechin
Roberta Colindrez Joni Breves
Siena Rafter Lynette

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