Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick Co-Direct First Movie in 20 Years

The Hollywood couple stars alongside their two children in the meta horror film 'Family Movie' which premiered at SXSW.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 2:53pm

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After nearly 20 years, Kevin Bacon has returned to the director's chair, co-directing the new meta horror film 'Family Movie' with his wife Kyra Sedgwick. The couple also star in the film alongside their two children, Sosie and Travis Bacon. Bacon spoke about the experience, saying it was 'just great' to have Sedgwick co-directing with him, as she was 'right there' if he missed something. The Bacons described the collaborative process as 'magical' and 'sublime', with Sedgwick noting it was 'shockingly wonderful' to work together as a family.

Why it matters

The Bacon family's decision to co-direct and star in a film together is a rare occurrence in Hollywood, where family members often keep their professional and personal lives separate. This project highlights the close-knit dynamic of the Bacon clan and showcases their shared passion for filmmaking.

The details

In 'Family Movie', the Bacons play the Smith family, who have gathered on their family farm to make another low-budget horror film. However, the family tradition takes a dark turn when a real dead body shows up on set, sending the Smiths into chaos. The film marks Kevin Bacon's return to directing since his 2005 feature 'Loverboy', in which he also starred with Sedgwick and Sosie.

  • The premiere of 'Family Movie' took place at the SXSW Film & TV Festival in Austin on March 13, 2026.
  • Kevin Bacon's last directing role was in the 2005 film 'Loverboy'.

The players

Kevin Bacon

A 67-year-old American actor and director, known for his roles in films like 'Footloose' and 'Apollo 13'.

Kyra Sedgwick

A 60-year-old American actress, known for her role in the TV series 'The Closer', and Kevin Bacon's wife since 1988.

Sosie Bacon

The 33-year-old daughter of Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, who stars in 'Family Movie'.

Travis Bacon

The 36-year-old son of Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, who stars in and composed the music for 'Family Movie'.

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What they’re saying

“It was a pretty familiar place to step back into, and to have my partner co-direct with me was just great because if I missed something or I slipped up or I forgot some detail, she was right there with it.”

— Kevin Bacon

“We really both love what we do. I know that Kyra is never as happy as when she's directing, and I absolutely love acting and love directing.”

— Kevin Bacon

“It's always been easy, but it's been shockingly wonderful. The whole time we were shooting, we kept going, 'God, this is just so great. This is so great.' When we were in prep, and as soon as we were all four of us together on site, it was better than I could have imagined.”

— Kyra Sedgwick

“[My dad] is great to work with. They both are. They're very respectful of your own process as an actor.”

— Sosie Bacon

What’s next

The Bacon family's 'Family Movie' will continue its festival run after its SXSW premiere, with plans for a wider theatrical release later in 2026.

The takeaway

The Bacon family's collaboration on 'Family Movie' showcases the power of family bonds and shared creative passions, proving that working together can lead to something truly special, both on and off the screen.