The Dink
Short description
A former professional tennis player named Dusty Boyd seeks a way to save a failing country club and gain the approval of his father. To achieve these goals, he decides to break a sacred vow and begin playing pickleball.
This comedy was directed by Josh Greenbaum and written by Sean Clements. It is the sixth film in Greenbaum's directing career, following Will & Harper and preceding Playing POTUS. The movie was produced by Ben Stiller, John Lesher, and Rob Paris through Red Hour and Rivulet Entertainment. The cast features Jake Johnson as Dustin Boyd, with Mary Steenburgen, Chloe Fineman, Aaron Chen, and Patton Oswalt. Professional tennis player Andy Roddick also appears in the film.
Released on July 23, 2026, in the United States, the movie has a runtime of 103 minutes. It involved a credited crew of 133 people and a cast of 29. On TMDB, the film has a rating of 6.4/10 based on 140 votes.
What's left behind the scenes
- To make the film as authentic as possible, the creators consulted with professional pickleball players (a game that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis; it can be played regardless of age or skill level).
- Before filming began, the actors in the movie had to be taught how to play pickleball.
Auditions in India
Casting calls in USA
Castingi w Polsce
Кастинги в Україні
