Being Heumann
“Based on a true revolution.”
Synopsis
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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-10-12
Top Cast
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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
Andrew Pilkington
Hale Zukas
Rein Barcel
Cece
Darcee Charington Neal
Ron Washington
Matthew Jeffers
Gerald
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 6 DaysToronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 6, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 12, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sian Heder
- Screenplay & Story
- Rebekah Taussig, Sian Heder
- Original Score
- Francesco Le Metre
- Original Title
- Being Heumann
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Production Studios
- Permut Presentations, Gravity Squared Entertainment, Apple Studios, The Walsh Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sian Heder
Rebekah Taussig, Sian Heder, Judith Heumann, Kristen Joiner
Francesco Le Metre
Jamie D. Ramsay
Geraud Brisson
David Permut, John W. Beach, Kevin Cleary, Judith Heumann, Kristen Joiner
Department Leadership Roster
Sian Heder
Director
David Permut
Producer
John W. Beach
Producer
Kevin Cleary
Producer
Kevin J. Walsh
Producer
Jamie D. Ramsay
Director of Photography
John P. Goldsmith
Production Design
Geraud Brisson
Editor
Sian Heder
Producer
Francesco Le Metre
Original Music Composer
Danny Glicker
Costume Design
Rebekah Taussig
Screenplay
Sian Heder
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Being Heumann
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Being Heumann about?
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.
Who directed Being Heumann?
Being Heumann was directed by Sian Heder.
Who stars in Being Heumann?
The principal cast of Being Heumann includes Ruth Madeley, Mark Ruffalo, Dylan O'Brien, Madeline Delp, Rob Delaney.
When was Being Heumann released and how long is it?
Being Heumann was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Being Heumann?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Being Heumann was composed by Francesco Le Metre.
Is Being Heumann based on a book or true story?
Being Heumann is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Judith Heumann", Book: "Kristen Joiner".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Being Heumann?
Being Heumann holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).