John Travolta Set to Premiere Directorial Debut 'Propeller One-Way Night Coach' at Cannes
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John Travolta has arrived at the Cannes Film Festival to show his first film as a director, "Propeller One-Way Night Coach." The film is part of the Cannes Premiere section and has brought much international interest at the 79th edition of the festival. Travolta is usually known as an actor, but now he is also a director.
The story is based on Travolta’s children’s book and follows a young boy and his mother on a flight to Hollywood. Travolta is the narrator and also plays the older version of the boy in the film.
The film was produced for Apple TV+. The world premiere is taking place at Cannes, and it will be released around the world on the Apple TV+ streaming platform on 29 May 2026.
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6 wordsperson responsible for making a film
large event to celebrate films, music, etc.
the first public showing of a film
person who tells the story in a film
made, created, or organised (a film or play)
watching films or shows online instantly
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