Horsegirls

Horsegirls (2026)



7.0 2026 101 min —

Director: Lauren Meyering

Cast: Lillian Carrier, Gretchen Mol, Iqbal Theba, Jerod Haynes, Joel Austin

Comedy Drama
When Margarita’s mother faces a health crisis shrouded in uncertainty, the neurodivergent 22-year-old finds an unlikely wellspring of resilience. Her refuge emerges from an unexpected corner: the whimsical, competitive world of hobbyhorsing.

More About This Film

Horsegirls is a coming-of-age comedy-drama about Margarita, a 22-year-old autistic woman navigating early adulthood, her first job, and uncertainty surrounding her mother's health. Her discovery of competitive hobby-horse dancing opens the door to a new community and a form of expression that gives her confidence.

Lauren Meyering directs and writes the film, which treats the hobby-horse world as more than a novelty, using movement, craft, competition, and friendship to explore independence and self-definition. Lillian Carrier leads the cast as Margarita, with Gretchen Mol, Iqbal Theba, and Jerod Haynes in supporting roles.

  • Directed and written by Lauren Meyering.
  • Lillian Carrier stars as Margarita.
  • Gretchen Mol plays Margarita's mother Sandy.
  • The film was released theatrically in the United States on July 17, 2026.
  • It became available for streaming in August 2026 after its limited theatrical run.

Where to Watch

Horsegirls has a U.S. digital and streaming release, with availability varying by market.