A24's Bourdain biopic 'Tony' opens in cinemas and draws praise
The gist
A24's film 'Tony,' about Anthony Bourdain's early years, premiered in August 2026 to positive reviews.
Eight years after his death, the film brings his story to new audiences.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2018Anthony Bourdain died by suicide in France at age 61.
- Mar 18, 2025Bourdain's assistant revealed new details on his final days and an 'obsessive love.'
- May 16, 2026The A24 film 'Tony,' about Bourdain's professional beginnings, was reported as set to come out in August 2026.
Key terms
- A24
- An American independent entertainment company that produces and distributes arthouse films and television.
- biopic
- A film that dramatizes the life of a real person, using their real name.
- HBO Max
- An American subscription video-on-demand streaming service owned by Warner Bros. Discovery.
Source: Wikipedia