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Sacha Baron Cohen finishes secret Ali G movie

Published 8 July 2026

British comedian and actor Sacha Baron Cohen has completed production on a new, secret film featuring his iconic character Ali G. The project, which was filmed without public announcement, marks the first major Ali G film since 2002's "Ali G Indahouse."

According to entertainment industry reports, principal photography has concluded. The film is untitled and does not yet have a publicly disclosed release date, though one report suggests a potential arrival next year. It remains unclear whether the project has secured a distributor or is currently being shopped to buyers. A representative for Cohen declined to comment.

The Ali G character, a satirical portrayal of a white suburbanite obsessed with hip-hop culture, first appeared on Channel 4's "The 11 O'Clock Show" in 1998. He later headlined "Da Ali G Show" in the early 2000s, which aired on HBO and introduced the character to a wider American audience. The character is known for interviewing prominent figures, including politicians and intellectuals, who were often unaware they were speaking with a comedic persona.

Cohen was reportedly spotted in character in Oxfordshire, England, in September 2025, and the new film is expected...

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