Ella McCay Has A Big, Aggravating Twist, And I Had To Ask Jamie Lee Curtis And Emma Mackey About It

(L-R) Jamie Lee Curtis as Helen and Emma Mackey as Ella McCay sitting across from each other at a table in 20th Century Studios' ELLA MCCAY. .

In a lot of ways, Ella McCay is just how it’s marketed to be. It’s a heartfelt and funny family comedy about a young woman who suddenly becomes governor from the legendary James L. Brooks (who is known for making movies that are impossible not to cry at). But, there’s one character turn I absolutely didn’t see coming in the latest of 2025 movie releases. So, I brought it up to stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Emma Mackey. Let’s get into it, and yes, SPOILERS are ahead!