The Fallout is a 2021 drama film written and directed by Megan Park, in her feature directorial debut. Park is an actress who has worked mostly on television projects, but did star in the 2013 film What If.
The film stars Jenna Ortega as Vada Cavell, a high school student who navigates significant emotional trauma following a school shooting. The film also stars Maddie Ziegler, Shailene Woodley, Julie Bowen, John Ortiz, Niles Fitch, and Will Ropp in supporting roles. The score is composed by American musician and actor Finneas O'Connell.
The Fallout had its premiere at South by Southwest on March 17th, 2021, and is set to be released January 27, 2022 on HBO Max, courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema. Watch the official trailer below.