Bad Day is now officially in production at Netflix, with Cameron Diaz at the center of a new action-comedy feature currently filming in New Jersey.
The film follows a straightforward premise: a single mother attempting to keep one small promise to her daughter during what becomes the worst day of her life.
Ensemble Cast Brings Range and Recognition
The cast joining Cameron Diaz is notably broad, pulling from comedy, drama, and contemporary television. Ed O’Neill, Danielle Brooks, John Higgins, Rhenzy Feliz, Jessica Belkin, Emma Pearson, Sam Richardson, Rob Corddry, Mark Duplass, Ben Schwartz, Ayden Mayeri, and K Callan are all confirmed to appear.
Production Begins in New Jersey
The production is currently underway in New Jersey, placing the film within a growing list of Netflix projects shot in the region. No additional production plot details have been released, and filming is ongoing.
Creative Team and Production Background
The film is directed by Jake Szymanski, whose background includes comedy across film and television. The screenplay is written by Laura Solon. Beau Bauman produces under Good One Productions, with Solon and Mark Moran serving as executive producers.
What We Know, and What Is Still Unconfirmed
At this stage, Netflix has shared no additional details regarding visual style, narrative structure, or character arcs beyond the basic premise. There is no confirmed release date beyond confirmation that production is active.
Key Details
- Bad Day Netflix release date: Not yet announced.
- Cast: Cameron Diaz, Ed O’Neill, Danielle Brooks, John Higgins, Rhenzy Feliz, Jessica Belkin, Emma Pearson, Sam Richardson, Rob Corddry, Mark Duplass, Ben Schwartz, Ayden Mayeri, K Callan.
- Director: Jake Szymanski.
- Writer: Laura Solon.
- Producers: Beau Bauman for Good One Productions.
- Executive Producers: Laura Solon, Mark Moran.
- Production Location: New Jersey.