Charli XCX Mockumentary 'The Moment' Glitters With Best Limited Debut Since 'Marty Supreme', 'Asteroid City'

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A24's new mockumentary film "The Moment," directed by Aidan Zamiri and starring Charli XCX, delivered a major limited opening at the indie box office, grossing close to $428,000 on four screens for a per-theater average of over $107,000. This is the third biggest limited debut post-COVID, behind only "Marty Supreme" and "Asteroid City," and one of the top three ever for A24 alongside the Timothée Chalamet hit "Uncut Gems." The film, which is a comedic behind-the-scenes look at the Brat Summer phenomenon, saw Charli XCX fans show up in droves, with more than 60 sellouts across all four screens.

Why it matters

The strong opening for "The Moment" is a significant achievement for A24, cementing the company's reputation for delivering critically acclaimed and commercially successful indie films. The film's success also highlights the continued popularity of Charli XCX, whose fanbase has shown a willingness to support her creative ventures beyond her music. Additionally, the film's performance suggests a growing appetite for comedic, insider looks at the entertainment industry.

The details

Directed by Aidan Zamiri, who co-wrote the film based on an original idea by Charli XCX, "The Moment" is a comedic behind-the-scenes look at the phenomenon that was Brat Summer. The ensemble cast includes Alexander Skarsgård, Kylie Jenner, Rosanna Arquette, Kate Berlant, Jamie Demetriou, and Rachel Sennott. The film, which racked up the fastest presales of any A24 limited release with many shows selling out, is now expanding into a limited nationwide footprint.

• The Moment had a buzzy premiere at Sundance in January 2026.
• The film opened in limited release on February 1, 2026.

What’s next

The Moment will expand into a limited nationwide footprint next weekend.