The highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed 2010 drama “The Social Network” has been officially titled “The Social Reckoning.” This follow-up film, centered on the complex narrative surrounding Facebook’s inner workings, is slated for release on October 9, 2026, positioning it as a strong contender for the subsequent awards season.

Aaron Sorkin, who penned the original film’s Oscar-winning script, will expand his role for the sequel, taking on both scripting and directing duties. This marks a significant shift, as Sorkin will assume the helmer’s chair previously occupied by David Fincher. Reports indicate that Sorkin is currently the only returning crew member from the original production.

“The Social Reckoning” will delve into the revelations of “The Facebook Files,” a series of damaging Wall Street Journal articles that exposed intricate details about the social media giant. The film boasts a fresh cast for its central figures: Jeremy Strong, an Oscar nominee, will portray Mark Zuckerberg, a role that earned Jesse Eisenberg an Oscar nomination in the first film. Mikey Madison, who recently won an Oscar for her performance in “Anora,” is set to play Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen. Jeremy Allen White, known for “The Bear” and expected to earn an Oscar nod for “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere,” will star as reporter Jeff Horowitz. Comedian and actor Bill Burr has also been cast in an undisclosed role.

The original “The Social Network” was a commercial and critical success, grossing $224 million USD globally against a $40 million budget and achieving a 96% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It received eight Academy Award nominations, winning three: Best Adapted Screenplay for Sorkin, Best Original Score for Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, and Best Film Editing.

“The Social Reckoning” joins a busy October 2026 release schedule. On the same weekend, viewers can expect the Jessica Chastain horror film “Other Mommy” and the animated fantasy “The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender.” The preceding weekend will feature Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s first English-language film in a decade, an untitled project starring Tom Cruise. October 2 will see the Colleen Hoover thriller “Verity,” featuring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson. Later in the month, October 16 brings the video game adaptation “Street Fighter” and the survival thriller “Whalefall,” while the final week of October is currently reserved for “Remain,” a supernatural romance starring Jake Gyllenhaal, resulting from an unexpected collaboration between M. Night Shyamalan and Nicholas Sparks.