If you told me a pickleball comedy would be one of the movies I’m curious about this year, I probably would’ve laughed. But “The Dink” actually sounds like a fun, feel-good ride with heart.
Apple Original Films is serving up a sports comedy that blends family tension, personal redemption, and the unexpected joy of trying something new.
And honestly, that combo works.
📌 What To Know
• “The Dink” premieres globally July 24 on Apple TV
• Stars Jake Johnson, Mary Steenburgen, and Ed Harris
• Features real-life tennis legend Andy Roddick
• Underdog sports comedy with humor and heart
Release Date & Where To Watch
“The Dink” premieres July 24, 2026, exclusively on Apple TV.
Cast
Jake Johnson, Mary Steenburgen, Ed Harris, Andy Roddick, Patton Oswalt, Chloe Fineman, Chris Parnell, Aaron Chen, Ben Stiller
What It’s About
Jake Johnson plays Dusty Boyd, a former tennis prodigy whose glory days are long behind him.
He now coaches kids at his father’s country club, where his tough-love dad, played by Ed Harris, has zero respect for the pickleball craze taking over the courts.
After Dusty re-injures himself and can’t play tennis, he reluctantly turns to pickleball for rehab.
With encouragement from his new partner Candace, played by Mary Steenburgen, he starts to enjoy the game more than he expected.
That shift forces him to confront old disappointments, his rivalry with Andy Roddick, and his ongoing need for his father’s approval.
It turns into a journey about identity, pride, and second chances.
Will You Be Watching?
I’m always here for a good underdog story, and “The Dink” feels light, funny, and relatable.
Jake Johnson thrives in these everyman roles, and pairing him with Mary Steenburgen and Ed Harris makes this even more interesting.
A comedy about pickleball was not on my radar, but now I’m curious.
Will you be watching “The Dink” on Apple TV?
Drop down in the comments and let me know.
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