Reagan Biopic Re-release Adds New Scenes

The film ‘Reagan,’ starring Dennis Quaid as former President Ronald Reagan, is set to return to theaters with new scenes. This event coincides with the celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

According to Deadline, there will be limited screenings on July 4 in over a dozen cities, followed by a more extensive release in September across 600 theaters. The film will include an additional 10 minutes of footage not in the original release.

The new scenes feature moments between Reagan and his wife Nancy, played by Penelope Ann Miller, in the Oval Office. There are also scenes with Reagan and his father, Jack, and events at the Reagans’ ranch near Santa Barbara. During its initial run, the film grossed over $30 million worldwide, as reported by Box Office Mojo.

Director Sean McNamara commented on the extended cut, stating, “One of the hardest things about directing a feature film is leaving behind incredible moments on the cutting room floor. I’m so happy to have some of my favorite scenes back in the film for audiences to experience them for the first time.”

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Dennis Quaid is seen portraying President Ronald Reagan in the film ‘Reagan,’ sitting in the Oval Office.

Upon its original release, one notable aspect was its similarities to Reagan’s own rise. Paul Kengor, whose books on Reagan were the basis for the film, noted the disparity between the critics’ score and audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, drawing parallels to Reagan’s landslide 1980 presidential victory.

Currently, the ‘Reagan’ film on Rotten Tomatoes shows a significant gap with a 17% critics’ score and a 98% audience score. Various critics reviewed the movie harshly. A writer from The Boston Globe called it an “interminable hagiography” while the Daily Beast named it the worst movie of the year.

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Kengor reflected on the audience and critics’ differing opinions, likening it to the 1980 election. He noted, “The disparity is really profound,” comparing it to Reagan’s 49-state win in 1984. He emphasized Reagan’s popularity amid critical opposition.