Lee Kirk’s upcoming film *Nimrods* follows three friends who mistakenly think they’ve booked a New Year’s Eve opening slot for Green Day, prompting a wild cross‑country trek to Los Angeles. The comedy, previewed at Collider’s Summer Preview Event, blends classic road‑trip humor with music‑driven ambition, and is slated for theatrical release later this year.

Lee Kirk’s road‑trip comedy aims for a Superbad vibe

According to the Collider preview, *Nimrods* channels the reckless energy of cult classics like *Superbad* and *The Hangover*, letting its protagonists make increasingly absurd choices while chasing an unrealistic dream.. The director’s emphasis on sincere,over‑conffident teenage ambition mirrors the formula that has made music‑centric coming‑of‑age films successful in the past.

Mason Thames and Mckenna Grace star in first trailer image

The event unveiled a new still of Thames and Grace browsing a convenience store, hinting at the film’s blend of everyday settings with escalating misadventure. Both actors have built reputations for delivering quirky, high‑energy performances, and the source notes their chemistry is expected to be a key draw for comedy lovers.

New Year’s Eve Green Day opening slot fuels plot

The central premise—believig their band secured a Green Day opening on New Year’s Eve—propels the trio into a chaotic van‑tour across the United States. As the report explains, the mistaken gig mirrors Green Day’s own early‑years van tours, providing a nostalgic backdrop that could resonate with fans of the punk rock icons.

Release slated for late 2024 amid crowded comedy slate

*Nimrods* is set to hit theaters later this year , entering a market already packed with music‑driven comedies and road‑trip fare . the timing may test its ability to stand out, but the combination of a recognizable music legacy and fresh young talent could give it a competitive edge, according to the preview coverage.

Will the film capture Green Day’s early‑tour chaos?

One unanswered question is whether *Nimrods* can authentically translate the raw, DIY spirit of Green Day’s 1990s van tours into a mainstream comedy format. the source provides no comment from the band or its management, leaving the extent of their involvement—and any official endorsement—unclear.