A group of prominent actors, including Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Hamill, Dulé Hill, and Bernadette Peters, have announced their participation in a live reading of the 1986 animated film 'An American Tail.' The event, scheduled for September, is being organized as a public demonstration of support for immigrant communities.

'An American Tail' follows the story of Fievel Mousekewitz, a young mouse who emigrates from Russia to the United States with his family in the late 19th century, facing various challenges as they seek a new life. The film has long been associated with themes of the immigrant experience in America. By choosing this specific title for a live performance, the organizers are highlighting the historical and cultural significance of immigration narratives in entertainment. While the event is framed by the participants as a show of solidarity, the announcement did not specify if the proceeds from the reading would be donated to specific advocacy groups or if the event is strictly a symbolic performance. Further details regarding the venue and the full cast list are expected to be released closer to the September date.