Renowned punk rock trio Green Day is finally branching into film production with their comedy debut, “New Years Rev,” set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 12, 2025. The road trip comedy, co-produced by the band alongside director Lee Kirk, chronicles the misadventures of a fictional garage rock trio called the Analog Dogs as they journey from Kansas to California after being pranked into believing they would open for Green Day.
The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring comedy veterans Fred Armisen, Jenna Fischer, and Angela Kinsey, alongside rising stars Mckenna Grace and Mason Thames. Comedian Bobby Lee rounds out the diverse cast, bringing additional comedic talent to the production helmed by Kirk, who previously directed “Ordinary World” and maintains close creative ties with Green Day.
Music plays a central role in “New Years Rev,” with the soundtrack incorporating over a dozen Green Day songs that longtime fans will recognize immediately. The film promises mischief and familiar faces that will create a nostalgic experience for dedicated listeners. This musical integration aims to enhance the film’s themes of youthful optimism, dreams, and punk rebellion while complementing its ’90s nostalgia and rock culture elements.
The film’s soundtrack pulses with Green Day classics, amplifying its themes of youthful rebellion and ’90s rock nostalgia.
The announcement has generated considerable excitement across Green Day’s substantial fan base and within entertainment media circles. The main characters are portrayed by young actors Mason Thames, Kylr Coffman, and Ryan Foust who form the fictional band Analog Dogs. The band has strategically positioned the TIFF premiere as merely “the beginning,” suggesting plans for expanded distribution or additional screenings following the Toronto debut.
Social media promotion has emphasized the nostalgic appeal and authentic punk identity that have defined the band’s decades-long career. For Green Day, “New Years Rev” represents a significant expansion beyond their musical roots into narrative filmmaking and production. The band plans to leverage high-fidelity sound options available on platforms like Tidal to showcase the film’s soundtrack with maximum audio quality.
The project allows the band to translate their characteristic boldness and irreverence into cinematic form while potentially introducing their music to new audiences. Green Day has launched a comprehensive pre-save campaign across streaming platforms to maximize audience engagement ahead of the film’s release. Industry observers note this film marks an interesting convergence of rock culture and comedy filmmaking, with Green Day leveraging their established cultural presence to create a unique cinematic experience that both celebrates and gently satirizes the music world.
