A Social Contract

A Social Contract (2026)



6.2 2026 100 min —

Director: Jason Mac

Cast: Sean Astin, Domenica Cameron-Scorsese, Craig Parker, Christopher Wallinger, Angela Morris

Drama
When a nuclear strike is declared, a seemingly festive Fourth of July gathering spirals into a terrifying race against the clock. As a rescue helicopter descends for Senator Wilde, the brutal reality sets in: only four seats exist. With survival hanging by a thread, each guest must wage a desperate battle of wit, worth, and ruthlessness to secure their place on board before the bombs fall.

More About This Film

A Social Contract is a contained thriller built around a Fourth of July dinner that suddenly becomes a fight for survival. When the guests learn that a nuclear strike has been announced and a helicopter will evacuate only a limited number of people, the evening turns into a desperate contest over who deserves a place on board.

The film uses a single social gathering to examine power, loyalty, fear and the ways people behave when familiar rules disappear. Sean Astin leads the ensemble as Senator Bennett Wilde, joined by Domenica Cameron-Scorsese, Craig Parker and Samora Smallwood.

  • Directed by Jason Mac.
  • Written by Alex Hanno.
  • Shot in Chicago, Illinois.
  • Produced by Buffalo 8 Productions, Forever Safe Productions and Mad Honey Productions.
  • Released in the United States on August 7, 2026.

Where to Watch

As an independent thriller, availability varies by digital storefront and territory.