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The Phoenician Scheme (2025)

โ€œIf something gets in your way: flatten it.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 1,056 votes 1h 42m pg-13 ComedyAdventureDramaCrime

#94 of 142 films from 2025 #1550 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Wes Anderson ยท Written by Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola

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Overview

Wealthy businessman Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists, and determined assassins.

Cast

Benicio del Toroas Zsa-zsa Korda
Mia Threapletonas Sister Liesl
Michael Ceraas Bjorn Lund
Jeff Goldblum
Tom Hanksas Leland
Scarlett Johanssonas Cousin Hilda
Riz Ahmedas Prince Farouk
Bryan Cranstonas Reagan
Benedict Cumberbatchas Uncle Nubar
Mathieu Amalricas Marseille Bob
Richard Ayoadeas Sergio
Jeffrey Wrightas Marty
Rupert Friendas Excalibur
Hope Davisas Mother Superior

Facts

Release dateMay 23, 2025
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) โ€” shorter as the 2025 average of 115 min
GenresComedy, Adventure, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$40,566,381 (1.4ร— budget)
IMDbtt30840798

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Questions

How long is The Phoenician Scheme?
The Phoenician Scheme runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is The Phoenician Scheme worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 1,056 votes, which places it #94 of 142 films released in 2025 in this index (top 35%) and #1550 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Phoenician Scheme?
The Phoenician Scheme was directed by Wes Anderson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009), Isle of Dogs (2018).
Who stars in The Phoenician Scheme?
Benicio del Toro as Zsa-zsa Korda; Mia Threapleton as Sister Liesl; Michael Cera as Bjorn Lund; Jeff Goldblum; Tom Hanks as Leland; Scarlett Johansson as Cousin Hilda.
What is The Phoenician Scheme rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Phoenician Scheme?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/12502.

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