What 2026 comedy-drama film, directed by Nat Boltt and starring Judy Davis, Miriam Margolyes, and Jacki Weaver, follows a young boy who teams up with three elderly nuns on a road trip to save their convent?

The 2026 comedy-drama film described is indeed Holy Days (Review). This heartwarming Canadian-New Zealand co-production marks the feature directorial debut of Nat Boltt, who also penned the screenplay. The film brings together an acclaimed trio of actresses—Judy Davis as Sister Agnes, Miriam Margolyes as Sister Luke, and Jacki Weaver as Sister Mary Clare—who portray three eccentric nuns.

Set in 1970s New Zealand, the story follows a young Māori boy named Brian Collins, played by Elijah Tamati, who is grieving the loss of his mother. He finds solace and friendship with the nuns at their local convent. When the convent faces the threat of being sold to developers, Brian joins the three elderly sisters on an impromptu road trip across the country. Their mission is twofold: to retrieve the convent's deeds from their lawyer, which are crucial to saving their home, and for Brian to embark on a personal journey to Aoraki/Mount Cook, hoping to connect spiritually with his late mother.

"Holy Days" is an adaptation of Dame Joy Cowley's 2000 novel of the same name. The film blends humor with emotional depth, exploring themes of grief, faith, community, and the profound importance of human connection. Critics have noted its ability to find genuine humor in heartbreak, creating a feel-good yet nuanced narrative that resonates with audiences.