The recipe is simple. The family isn’t.
Alison is determined to host the perfect Thanksgiving dinner for her unpredictable family. But as traditions collide and tensions rise, the day quickly spirals into chaos. Between clashing personalities, unexpected distractions, and everything that can go wrong… going wrong, she’s left trying to keep the peace before the entire day falls apart.
The Family Recipe (2026) is a comedy, family and drama film directed by Karl Ryan Erikson, released on May 12, 2026 with a runtime of 1h 34m. It stars Stacey van Gorder, Chris Connell, Caroline Digan and Ethan Fisher.
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Stacey van Gorder
as Alison Mitchell
Chris Connell
as Gary Mitchell
Caroline Digan
as Nancy Mitchell
Ethan Fisher
as Andrew Mitchell
Benjamin Erikson
as Larry Mitchell
Christopher J Reilly
as Gene Sr.
Miranda Ann Meene
as Carol
Larky Barnes
as Grandpa Tim
Cheryl McClendon
as Grandma Margo
Michael P.J. Marston
as Bucky
Mark Townsley
as Kyle
Gina Marie Rodriguez
as May
Directed by Karl Ryan Erikson, written by Karl Ryan Erikson, produced by Karl Ryan Erikson and Caroline Erikson.
Had the pleasure of watching “The Family Recipe” at the Big Apple Film Festival. It was a nostalgic family film, dealing with family gatherings, growing up and coming to terms with change. Had a very 90’s film to the storytelling. Reminder of light hearted comedy’s that I watched growing up. The cast did a good job playing off each other and were very in sync with one another, felt like watching a family gathering…
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
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The main cast of The Family Recipe (2026) includes Stacey van Gorder, Chris Connell, Caroline Digan, Ethan Fisher and Benjamin Erikson. The film was directed by Karl Ryan Erikson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The Family Recipe was released on May 12, 2026 and runs for 1h 34m.
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