Star-Studded Dramedy 'Lost and Found in Cleveland' Set for November 2025 Nationwide Release

The highly anticipated ensemble dramedy, Lost and Found in Cleveland, is scheduled to debut in theaters across the nation on November 7, 2025. Directors Keith Gerchak and Marisa Gutterman have characterized the picture as a “cinematic love letter to Cleveland,” representing the culmination of a decade of dedicated effort for both filmmakers.

The narrative unfolds over a tight 24-hour period, during which the arrival of a fictional television program—an antique appraisal show styled after the popular Antiques Roadshow—intertwines the destinies of five completely distinct city residents. The directors sought to explore the enduring question of the American dream’s viability in the post-industrial era, finding thematic resonance in the very concept of valuing forgotten relics. Production was conducted entirely within Cleveland, allowing the film to authentically showcase iconic local landmarks and businesses within its storyline.

The film boasts a distinguished roster of talent, featuring veteran actors such as Martin Sheen, Dennis Haysbert, June Squibb, and Stacy Keach. The movie previously earned a PG-13 rating, attributed to instances of strong language and some suggestive scenes. Prior to its wide release, Lost and Found in Cleveland was selected for the competitive screening process at the Newport Beach Film Festival.

The global premiere took place on October 19, 2024, where the initial showing was completely sold out, necessitating the immediate addition of a second screening to accommodate demand. Later, the film celebrated its Midwest premiere on March 30, 2025, at the Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF). This screening proved historic, setting a new record for the largest audience for a single showing in the festival's history, drawing an impressive crowd of 2,700 viewers.

The production phase, which ran from January through February 2023, was made possible through the utilization of the Ohio state tax credit designated for film production. The significant success achieved on the festival circuit underscores how genuine stories focusing on finding inherent value in the mundane deeply resonate with audiences. The picture offers an honest examination of personal growth and the necessary reevaluation of what truly holds weight in an individual's life.