The question ‘who shot JFK’ has floated around now for nearly 63 years. With countless theories about who did it, why, and from where. The new historical thriller coming out in theatres on November 20, 2026 is about to finally set the record straight.
November 1963 is about ‘The Chicago Outfit’ and events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy – a moment that has sparked speculation and debate for decades. The cast is absolutely stellar, with two-time Academy Award nominee, Golden Globe and Emmy winner John Travolta (Pulp Fiction, Saturday Night Fever) as Johnny Roselli, Robert Carlyle (The Full Monty, Trainspotting) as Jack Ruby, Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend’s Wedding, Anyone But You) as Chuckie Nicoletti, and Mandy Patinkin (The Princess Bride, Homeland) as Anthony Accardo. Jefferson White (Yellowstone, Civil War) plays Lee Harvey Oswald, and Thomas Fiscella (The Mysterious Benedict Society, Jersey Boys National Tour) is Sam Giancana.
Two-time Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Roland Joffe (The Killing Fields, The Mission) directed the movie. Producers are Kevin DeWalt of Mind’s Eye Entertainment from Regina, Saskatchewan, and Nicholas Celozzi from Los Angeles, who is the grand-nephew of Sam Giancana – and also the scriptwriter.
Written from firsthand accounts
Celozzi’s screenplay draws from firsthand accounts and exclusive insights from the Giancana family. As boss of the Chicago Outfit, one of the most powerful Italian-American criminal organizations in the United States during the 1950s and early 1960s, Sam Giancana became widely known for his ties to the Kennedy family during John F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign and administration.
Says Writer and producer Nicki Celozzi: “The whole essence of the story, is that it came from Sam Giancana‘s brother, Pepe, who was in the room with Sam during these two days in November. The screenplay is their story, my family story, that focuses on the outfit, Giancana, and their involvement in setting up the assassination. Including the second shooter sent as a fail-safe backup to carry out the mission.”
New files shedding new light
In addition to eyewitness testimony, last year’s declassified JFK files have shed new light on the intricate circumstances surrounding the assassination. Newly uncovered details lend an unprecedented level of authenticity and validity to the film’s portrayal of this critical moment in history. With newly available documents supporting many of the facts woven into the movie, reinforcing the film’s dedication to historical accuracy and truth.
November 1963 was made in Winnipeg and Manitoba during the summer of 2025. Co-Producer of the film is Carrie Wilkins, with Daniel Baur of K5 International handling international sales, and North American distribution by Ketchup Entertainment.
November 1963 was produced with the participation of Manitoba Film & Music, with production made possible through the Feature Film & Television Production Grant from Creative Saskatchewan.
