CALIFORNIA SCHEMIN’

Two Scottish lads from Dundee conned the music industry by pretending to be an established Californian rap duo, bagging a record deal and appearing on MTV until their scam unraveled.

California Schemin’, James McAvoy

California Schemin’ (2026) follows a Scottish rap duo who fake being American for a record deal, and risk losing themselves in the bargain. Despite its wild premise, at first, this true story hits every trope and plot point a music biopic can have. However, the chemistry between the leads, electric stage performances, and a sobering finale makes this funny movie a very fun time.

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Release Date April 10th 2026
Director(s)James McAvoy
Written Gavin Bain, Billy Boyd, Elaine Gracie
Producer Paul Aniello, Simon Kay, Michael Mendelsohn Starring Lucy Halliday, James McAvoy, James Corden Cinematography James Rhodes
Distributor StudioCanal
Runtime 107 minutes