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As of September 4, 2026, Mayday, starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, is available to stream globally on Apple TV, including in North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Mayday (2026 Apple TV Movie) Synopsis
Mayday is a 2026 action-comedy movie that follows a U.S. Navy pilot who becomes trapped behind enemy lines while carrying out a top-secret mission during the Cold War. Directed and written by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the film stars Ryan Reynolds as Troy Kelly, a pilot whose survival depends on an unlikely alliance with eccentric former KGB agent Nikolai Ustinov, played by Kenneth Branagh.
When Does Mayday Premiere?
Mayday premieres globally on Apple TV on September 4, 2026.
Where to Watch Mayday in the US
You can watch Mayday in the US on Apple TV, with the movie available to stream for subscribers from September 4, 2026. Viewers can also stream the film through the Apple TV Prime Video Channel.
Where to Watch Mayday in Canada
Canadian viewers can stream Mayday on Apple TV beginning September 4, 2026. Another option is the Apple TV Prime Video Channel, which lets viewers watch through Prime Video with the required channel subscription.
Where to Watch Mayday in the UK
Mayday is available to watch in the UK on Apple TV from its global premiere on September 4, 2026. The movie can also be streamed through the Apple TV Prime Video Channel for viewers who prefer using Prime Video.
Where to Watch Mayday in Australia
In Australia, you can watch Mayday on Apple TV with an active subscription from September 4, 2026. Australian viewers can alternatively stream the movie through the Apple TV Prime Video Channel.
Mayday (2026) Cast
Here are the main cast members in Mayday.
- Ryan Reynolds as Troy Kelly.
- Kenneth Branagh as Nikolai Ustinov.
- Maria Bakalova as Anna Ustinov.
- Marcin Dorociński as Alexander Volkov.
- David Morse as Harold Kelly.
- Lovell Adams-Gray.
- Clark Johnson.
- Wendy Crewson.
- Louis Cancelmi.
Can You Watch Mayday Movie Online for Free?
Yes, new Apple TV subscribers can watch Mayday using the seven-day free trial. Apple also offers three free months of Apple TV with qualifying new Apple devices for a limited time, subject to the applicable offer terms.
Is Mayday Film Suitable for All Ages?
No, Mayday is rated PG-13 in the US and is intended for teenagers and older viewers rather than young children. Its action-focused Cold War story may include violence, danger, language, and other material that is less suitable for younger audiences.
Where Can I Download Mayday Movie?
Mayday can be downloaded through the Apple TV app for offline viewing on supported devices. Subscribers can save the movie to a compatible device and watch it later without an active internet connectionÇ
On What Devices Can You Watch Apple TV?
Apple TV is available across phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, streaming devices, web browsers, and other supported screens.
| Category | Devices |
|---|---|
| Smartphones | iPhone, supported Android phones |
| Tablets | iPad, supported Android tablets |
| Computers | Mac, Windows PCs |
| Smart TVs | Samsung, LG, Sony, VIZIO, TCL smart TVs |
| Streaming Devices | Apple TV 4K, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast with Google TV |
| TV Platforms | Apple TV app on supported television platforms |
| Web Browsers | Supported browsers through the Apple TV website |
FAQs
Who directed Mayday?
Mayday was directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein.
Who wrote Mayday?
John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein wrote Mayday as well as directing the movie.
What genre is Mayday?
Mayday is an action-comedy movie.
How long is Mayday?
Mayday is 110 minutes long.
Who does Ryan Reynolds play in Mayday?
Ryan Reynolds plays U.S. Navy pilot Troy Kelly in Mayday.
Who does Kenneth Branagh play in Mayday?
Kenneth Branagh plays Nikolai Ustinov, the eccentric former KGB agent who becomes Troy Kelly’s unlikely ally.
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