Hollywood Hero Gets Powerful, Hometown Birthday Celebration as Highly Anticipated Biopic Slated to Hit Theaters

Billy Hallowell : May 21, 2026
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"Jimmy Stewart was a hero. His legacy of service to the United States, his global reach through his films, and his devotion to his family are unparalleled..." -KJ Apa, actor who plays Jimmy Stewart

[Faithwire.com] The trailer for "Jimmy," a new biopic about legendary actor Jimmy Stewart, has been released, giving a first look at the much-anticipated film, set to hit theaters nationwide Nov. 6. (Screengrab image: via Paramount Movies)

"The inspiring film will share the untold story of Stewart's military service in World War II," a press release explained.

Stars of "Jimmy" and producers attended an event on May 20 in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Stewart's hometown, where they celebrated the opening of a new exhibit at the Jimmy Stewart Museum.

KJ Apa, who portrays Stewart in the film, was joined by director Aaron Burns and Kelly Stewart-Harcourt, Stewart's daughter, who is also the executive producer of "Jimmy," to reveal the trailer—a special moment that unfolded on what would have been Stewart's 118th birthday. (Screengrab image: via "Jimmy" - Burns & Co Entertainment)

The Jimmy Stewart Museum also unveiled a new exhibit, "The Making of 'Jimmy,'" to offer what the filmmakers called a "rare, behind-the-scenes look of the movie, to include props and costumes used in production and an extensive collection of photography from the set."

Considering the impact of "It's a Wonderful Life" and Stewart's Hollywood legacy, it's no surprise that the exhibit captures the many ways he has left an indelible impact on American culture... Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

Continue reading, and watch the trailer for "Jimmy" Here.