A Mosquito in the Ear (2026) – IMDb

An adoption dramedy based on the Italian graphic novel ‘Una Zanzara nell’Orecchio’ from Andrea Ferraris.

A Mosquito in the Ear is a 2026 drama film written and directed by Nicola Rinciari in his directorial debut. It is based upon the graphic novel Una Zanzara nell’Orecchio by Andrea Ferraris. It stars Jake Lacy, Nazanin Boniadi and Ruhi Pal.

It had its world premiere at the 41st Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 4, 2026, and was released in the United States on June 11, 2026, by Persimmon.

Premise

An American couple travels to India to meet their newly adopted-daughter and bring her back home, however, she refuses to leave the orphanage.