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Ari Aster's Eddington Streams on HBO Max November 14

10/21/2025

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Ari Aster, the film's director, will stream Eddington on HBO Max starting November 14, after a divisive theatrical release.
The film stars Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal and examines political tensions during the COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests.
It has a 69% Rotten Tomatoes score and grossed $13 million against a $25 million budget.
Critics note its complex themes and abstract storytelling.
The streaming release could affect reception and rekindle social media discussions about the film.

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Story summary

Ari Aster, the film's director, will stream Eddington on HBO Max starting November 14, after a divisive theatrical release.
The film stars Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal and examines political tensions during the COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests.
It has a 69% Rotten Tomatoes score and grossed $13 million against a $25 million budget.
Critics note its complex themes and abstract storytelling.
The streaming release could affect reception and rekindle social media discussions about the film.