Apple Original Films has released an extended trailer for “Being Heumann,” an upcoming true-story biopic about disability rights activist Judy Heumann. The film is directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Siân Heder, known for “CODA,” and stars Ruth Madeley as Heumann.
The trailer highlights Heumann’s activism, including a historic 28-day occupation of San Francisco’s Federal Building in 1977 that helped unite protesters pushing for accessibility and equal-rights measures. The accounts also note that the film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2026 and received largely positive early reactions. While one outlet emphasizes the release of a teaser and extended trailer, others focus more on Heder’s follow-up to “CODA” and how the project frames Heumann’s story.
Across coverage, outlets describe the movie as a rousing drama centered on a central figure in the disability rights movement and the challenges faced by young activists. The film is scheduled to open in November, with additional cast members reported alongside the lead performance.
