Trust Me, I’m a Doctor is a biographical drama headed to theaters on October 16, 2026, from Briarcliff Entertainment, as Variety first reported. Kal Penn plays Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, Abbie Cornish plays Anna Nicole Smith, and Linda Hamilton plays attorney Ellyn Garofalo.
The music is credited to KSHMR and Daniel Stockdale, according to IMDb’s full credits. Thane Economou wrote and directed the film, which adapts Kapoor’s 2017 memoir about the trial that followed Smith’s death.
Trust Me, I’m a Doctor Soundtrack Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Film | Trust Me, I’m a Doctor (2026) |
| Director | Thane Economou |
| Writer | Thane Economou, based on the memoir by Sandeep Kapoor |
| Composers | KSHMR, Daniel Stockdale |
| Distributor | Briarcliff Entertainment |
| Production Companies | Stadium Films, Picture Movers Anonymous, Good Good Films |
| Genre | Biography, Drama, Comedy |
| Release Date | October 16, 2026 (theaters) |
| Runtime | 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes) |
| MPA Rating | R |
| Filming Location | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Trust Me, I’m a Doctor Soundtrack Overview
The film’s music is credited to two composers: KSHMR, a globally known electronic producer, and Daniel Stockdale, a Los Angeles-based film and TV composer. This page will be updated as label, album, and song details are announced.
The story follows Kapoor as paparazzi, police, and a drug conspiracy trial upend his life in the early 2000s tabloid era. Trade coverage of the trailer describes a mix of courtroom drama and dark humor.
Producers on the film are Ryan Hawkins, Al Engemann, Rebecca Case, and Geenah Krisht, with Kal Penn and Dan Spilo serving as executive producers.
Who Composed Trust Me, I’m a Doctor Soundtrack?
KSHMR is the stage name of Niles Hollowell-Dhar, an American DJ, songwriter, and producer born in Berkeley, California, in 1988. He first found fame as part of the production duo The Cataracs, then launched his solo EDM identity in 2014 and was publicly revealed at Ultra Music Festival in 2015, as noted in his Wikipedia profile. He is known for blending Indian-influenced sounds with big, cinematic production.
Daniel Stockdale is a Los Angeles-based composer and music producer working across film, television, advertising, and live performance. He joined Hans Zimmer’s Remote Control Productions studio in Santa Monica in 2014, per a University of Rochester event listing, and has contributed music to shows like Big Mouth, Queer Eye, The Last Ship, and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
The two have worked together before. In 2018, KSHMR commissioned Stockdale to score an animated narrative for a worldwide tour.
Where to Listen to the Trust Me, I’m a Doctor Soundtrack?
Trust Me, I’m a Doctor plays in theaters starting October 16, 2026. Soundtrack links for Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music will be added here as soon as they go live.
Trust Me, I’m a Doctor Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Kal Penn | Dr. Sandeep Kapoor |
| Abbie Cornish | Anna Nicole Smith |
| Linda Hamilton | Ellyn Garofalo |
| Al Sapienza | Inspector Dubbins |
| Elon Gold | Harvey Levin |
David Julian Hirsh also appears in the film, per the cast list confirmed by Rotten Tomatoes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Trust Me, I’m a Doctor soundtrack?
The music is credited to KSHMR and Daniel Stockdale on IMDb. KSHMR is an electronic producer, while Stockdale is a film and TV composer based in Los Angeles.
When does Trust Me, I’m a Doctor come out?
The film opens in theaters on October 16, 2026, distributed by Briarcliff Entertainment.
Who is KSHMR?
KSHMR (Niles Hollowell-Dhar) is an American DJ and producer who rose to fame with The Cataracs before launching his solo career in 2014.
Who is Daniel Stockdale?
Daniel Stockdale is a Los Angeles-based composer who worked at Hans Zimmer’s Remote Control Productions and has contributed music to several TV series.
Where can I follow Trust Me, I’m a Doctor soundtrack updates?
Keep an eye on our Movie Soundtrack hub, and on Film Music Reporter for album announcements.
Who stars in Trust Me, I’m a Doctor?
Kal Penn stars as Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, with Abbie Cornish as Anna Nicole Smith and Linda Hamilton as Ellyn Garofalo. David Julian Hirsh, Al Sapienza, and Elon Gold also appear in the cast.
Is Trust Me, I’m a Doctor based on a true story?
Yes. It is based on Sandeep Kapoor’s 2017 memoir, Trust Me, I’m a Doctor: My Life Before, During and After Anna Nicole Smith.
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