Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 8, 2025 · Entertainment

Jason Bateman Shines with Family at Toronto Film Festival!

Hollywood actor Jason Bateman usually hits the red carpet solo. But at the Toronto Film Festival the star - whose sister is Family Ties actress Justin Bateman - brought with him his loves ones as he promoted his new movie Black Rabbit

Hollywood Heartthrob Jason Bateman Steals the Spotlight with Family by His Side

The Toronto Film Festival has always been a platform for Hollywood A-listers to showcase their latest projects, but this year, it was Jason Bateman's personal life that stole the spotlight! The Emmy-winning actor, known for his roles in Arrested Development and Ozark, walked the red carpet with his stunning wife Amanda Anka and their two adorable daughters, Francesca and Maple.

But what caught everyone's attention wasn't just Jason's new Netflix series Black Rabbit, which he co-stars in alongside Jude Law. No, it was the love that radiated from the entire Bateman family as they posed for photos together. The 56-year-old actor couldn't help but gush about his better half, Amanda, who looked effortlessly chic in a black vest and Capri slacks.

Jason wore an olive green button-down top over a black T-shirt with dark slacks as his wife had on a black vest with Capri slacks.

"Family is everything to me," Jason beamed to our reporter. "Amanda has been my rock throughout the years, and I'm so grateful to have her by my side."

As they promoted their new series, Black Rabbit, which hits Netflix on September 18, the Bateman family's chemistry was undeniable. The show, set against the high-pressure backdrop of New York City's nightlife scene, follows two brothers who must navigate the darker side of success and family dynamics.

But what sets Black Rabbit apart from other thrillers is its raw, emotional exploration of sibling relationships. "It's a propulsive ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat," Jason promised.

Jason was seen posing with his wife Amanda Anka and their daughters Francesca, 18, and Maple, 13

When asked about his own experiences with addiction, which he has spoken publicly about in the past, Jason revealed that it was a period of recklessness and excess in his early 20s that almost derailed his career. "I'd worked so hard by the time I was 20 that I wanted to play hard," he confessed. "And I did that really well... for ten years!"

Fortunately, Jason has long since turned his life around, crediting his family and sobriety with saving him from the pitfalls of addiction. His latest role in Black Rabbit, which sees him playing a complex character opposite Jude Law's charismatic lead, is a testament to his growth as an actor.

As the Toronto Film Festival came to a close, Jason Bateman's star continued to shine brighter than ever. With his wife and daughters by his side, he's not only promoting his latest project but also living proof that family truly is everything.

Bateman married Anka - who is the daughter of Anne de Zogheb and singer Paul Anka - on July 3, 2001

Black Rabbit: A Thrilling Ride of Family, Success, and Addiction

In Black Rabbit, Jason Bateman plays Vince Friedkin, a troubled brother who returns to the high-stakes world of New York City's nightlife scene. The show centers around two brothers, Jake (Jude Law) and Vince, whose bond is put to the test as they navigate old traumas, new dangers, and the pursuit of success.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of NYC's nightlife, Black Rabbit explores themes that are both timely and timeless: the complexities of family relationships, the allure of addiction, and the cutthroat world of high-stakes business.

Creators Kate Susman and Zach Baylin and cast members Bateman and Jude Law

With its propulsive narrative and complex characters, Black Rabbit promises to be a thrilling ride that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. And with Jason Bateman's involvement, it's clear that this series is going to be one to watch.

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