In an industry full of carefully managed soundbites and non-committal praise, Colman Domingo's description of the Disclosure Day script stands out. The Oscar-nominated actor didn't just say it was good. He said it made him cry.
"I finished reading the script and I bawled. I thought it was one of the most beautiful scripts about our humanity."
Speaking to Deadline, Domingo couldn't reveal plot details but made clear this isn't just another sci-fi thriller. It's something deeper.
"The Possibility of the Human Beings We Could Be"
What makes Domingo's comments so intriguing is his emphasis on humanity rather than spectacle. While the trailer showcases alien possession, mysterious clicking sounds, and mind-bending imagery, Domingo suggests the film's heart lies elsewhere.
"I literally cried because Steven Spielberg believes in the possibility of the human beings we could be."
That phrase — "the human beings we could be" — has sparked intense speculation. Is Disclosure Day about alien contact transforming humanity? About discovering untapped potential within ourselves? About the choice we make when faced with the ultimate unknown?
More Than Just Sci-Fi
Domingo described the story as "more than just a sci-fi thriller." Given Spielberg's filmography, this tracks. Close Encounters of the Third Kind was never really about aliens — it was about obsession, wonder, and the human need to know. E.T. was about childhood, loneliness, and connection.
If Domingo's reaction is any indication, Disclosure Day follows that tradition: using the extraordinary to illuminate the deeply human.
Domingo's Rising Star
Colman Domingo comes to Disclosure Day as one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation. His performance in Rustin (2023) earned him an Academy Award nomination, following years of standout work in Fear the Walking Dead, Euphoria, and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.
His role in Disclosure Day hasn't been fully revealed, but his comments suggest it's a substantial part — one that left him emotionally devastated in the best possible way.
Golden Globes 2026: Domingo on Working with Spielberg
At the 2026 Golden Globes red carpet, Domingo expanded on his experience making the film. Speaking to E!, he shared what it was really like being directed by a legend:
"I think the best moment is being directed by Steven. Steven is one of the most joyful. He's innovative. He feels like he's a young director because he's just so excited about the room and what we're creating."
He also praised his co-stars: "Working with Emily Blunt has been a dream, and Colin Firth."
The image of a 79-year-old Spielberg bringing the energy of a young filmmaker to set suggests Disclosure Day may represent a creative rebirth for the director — a passion project rather than just another blockbuster.
What the Cast Says
Domingo isn't alone in his praise. Co-star Josh O'Connor — fresh off his acclaimed role in Wake Up Dead: A Knives Out Mystery — recently described the production as "old-school Spielberg," adding: "I think people will be excited."
Emily Blunt called Spielberg her "movie dad" and described receiving the role as "goose-bumpy."
There's a consistent thread in how the cast talks about this film: reverence, emotion, and a sense that they're part of something special.
A Script Worth Crying Over
In an era of franchise fatigue and algorithm-driven content, a major Hollywood actor admitting he "bawled" reading a script feels almost revolutionary. It suggests Disclosure Day might be exactly what audiences are craving: a blockbuster with a brain and a heart.
Whatever happens when humans face disclosure in this film, it sounds like the journey will be worth taking.
Sources
Deadline — Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day
Disclosure Day opens in theaters and IMAX on June 12, 2026.
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