Dustin Hoffman Joins Adam Sandler in Time Out Remake
Veteran actor Dustin Hoffman is set to join the cast of Time Out opposite Adam Sandler, the high-profile remake from a major streamer. Scott Cooper wrote the screenplay and will direct, with production scheduled to shoot in Vancouver beginning late March 2026 (ET).
Hoffman to play a pivotal paternal role
Hoffman will portray the father of Vincent, the character played by Sandler. The casting places Hoffman opposite Sandler in a dramatic turn that reunites the two performers on screen for the first time since their earlier collaboration years ago. Hoffman's involvement adds considerable dramatic weight to the project given his long track record of acclaimed performances.
What Time Out will be about
The film is expected to be a remake of the 2001 French drama L’Emploi du Temps. The plot follows a man who, after losing his job, continues to pretend he is still employed. He fabricates business trips and meetings to preserve his family’s sense of normalcy, but the deception deepens into scams and betrayals as he scrambles to maintain his lifestyle. The story examines identity, social expectations and the pressure of sustaining appearances in a close-knit community.
Creative team and casting background
Scott Cooper, known for his work on both intimate dramas and larger-scale films, penned the adaptation and will direct. The production is being shepherded by veteran producer Jon Kilik. Christian Bale had previously been attached to the lead while Cooper was developing the project, but the lead role is now set to be played by Sandler with Hoffman joining the supporting cast.
Production timeline and location
Filming is slated to begin March 31, 2026 and run through May 30, 2026 (ET) with principal photography taking place in Vancouver. The schedule places the shoot across the spring months, with local production resources expected to be tapped for both interior and exterior sequences that reflect the film's provincial setting.
Hoffman’s recent work and accolades
Hoffman is a two-time Academy Award winner and a multiple nominee across film and television. His recent screen work includes a performance in Tuner alongside Leo Woodall, which premiered last summer at the 52nd Telluride Film Festival. Across a career spanning decades, Hoffman has earned major awards and remains a sought-after performer for projects that demand nuanced character work. He is represented by leading agencies in the industry.
Where this fits in Sandler’s slate
Sandler has alternated between broad comedy and serious drama in recent seasons, and Time Out appears aimed at the latter approach, pairing his range with a distinguished dramatic actor. The project offers an opportunity to explore a morally complicated protagonist in a story that hinges on escalating deception and personal collapse.
With a seasoned director, a respected producing team and a pair of established lead actors, Time Out will be one of the more closely watched mid-season productions shooting in Vancouver this spring. The coming months should reveal additional casting and creative details as the film moves into production.
