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Wes Anderson's 'Asteroid City' Trailer Released, Film Set for September 2023

other · 2026-04-27

Wes Anderson's latest film, 'Asteroid City,' will premiere in Italy on September 14, 2023, with Universal Pictures handling distribution. A trailer has been unveiled, highlighting Anderson's distinctive use of color. Set in a fictional desert town in America during 1955, the narrative centers on a Junior Stargazer astronomy convention attracting students and their families globally. The film features an impressive ensemble cast, including Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, Margot Robbie, and many others. Additionally, there is speculation regarding its potential inclusion in the Cannes Film Festival, which will take place from May 16 to May 27, 2023.

Key facts

  • Wes Anderson directed 'Asteroid City'.
  • The film is released in Italy on September 14, 2023.
  • Distributed by Universal Pictures.
  • Set around 1955 in a fictional American desert town.
  • Plot involves a Junior Stargazer astronomy convention.
  • Cast includes Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, Margot Robbie, and others.
  • Trailer released in March 2023.
  • Potential screening at Cannes Film Festival (May 16-27, 2023).

Entities

Artists

  • Wes Anderson
  • Tom Hanks
  • Scarlett Johansson
  • Margot Robbie
  • Jeffrey Wright
  • Tilda Swinton
  • Bryan Cranston
  • Ed Norton
  • Adrien Brody
  • Liev Schreiber
  • Hope Davis
  • Hong Chau
  • Stephen Park
  • Rupert Friend
  • Maya Hawke
  • Steve Carell
  • Matt Dillon
  • Jason Schwartzman
  • Willem Dafoe
  • Tony Revolori
  • Jake Ryan
  • Grace Edwards
  • Aristou Meehan
  • Sophia Lillis
  • Ethan Lee
  • Jeff Goldblum
  • Rita Wilson
  • Margherita Bordino

Institutions

  • Universal Pictures
  • Artribune
  • Festival de Cannes

Locations

  • Italy
  • Cannes
  • France

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