Wes Anderson's highly anticipated film, "The Phoenician Scheme," is set to be released in Indian theaters on June 6, 2025. The movie, described as a dark espionage tale exploring a complex father-daughter relationship, is brought to India by Universal Pictures, with distribution handled by Warner Bros. Discovery and DreamWorks Animation.
"The Phoenician Scheme" will have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 18, 2025, competing for the Palme d'Or. The film features a star-studded cast, including Benicio del Toro, Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, and Bill Murray. Anderson co-wrote the story with Roman Coppola, focusing on a fractured family dynamic.
The plot centers on Zsa-zsa Korda (Benicio del Toro), a wealthy businessman, and his daughter Sister Liesl (Mia Threapleton), a nun, as they navigate a world of family secrets and global conspiracies. The film promises a blend of intrigue and Anderson's signature visual style, making it a highly anticipated release.