Olivia Wilde says streaming platforms offer a 'bribe' to skip cinemas; fought for theatrical run of 'The Invite'

At the Locarno Film Festival on 7 August 2026, Olivia Wilde said she fought for 'The Invite' to receive a theatrical release after its financier gave her the decision. Wilde said companies offer what she called a "bribe" to bring films to streaming instead of cinemas (The Hollywood Reporter, 8 August 2026). Variety reports the four-handed dinner-party dramedy has become "a rare hit summer comedy."