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Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme' Premieres May 30

4/12/2025

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Wes Anderson's enchanting new film, "The Phoenician Scheme," stars Benicio del Toro as the enigmatic business mogul Zsa-zsa Korda, alongside Mia Threapleton as his spirited daughter, Sister Liesel. With a stellar cast featuring Tom Hanks and Scarlett Johansson, this visually stunning tale, filmed in Germany, premieres on May 30, followed by a broader release on June 6.

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Story summary

Wes Anderson's enchanting new film, "The Phoenician Scheme," stars Benicio del Toro as the enigmatic business mogul Zsa-zsa Korda, alongside Mia Threapleton as his spirited daughter, Sister Liesel. With a stellar cast featuring Tom Hanks and Scarlett Johansson, this visually stunning tale, filmed in Germany, premieres on May 30, followed by a broader release on June 6.