Watch an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Ari Aster’s upcoming movie, Eddington, starring Joaquin Phoenix, following its explosive world premiere at Cannes.
Hindsight is 2020. That is the tagline for the upcoming contemporary Western black comedy Eddington, written and directed by Ari Aster. The film is led by Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix and also features Pedro Pascal. Luke Grimes, Deirdre O’Connell, Micheal Ward, Austin Butler, and Emma Stone. It is due to hit cinema screens on July 18th from A24. Following the film’s explosive world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, an exclusive behind-the-scenes look has been released.
THE OFFICIAL TRAILER
PREMISE
In May 2020, a standoff occurs between the sheriff (Joaquin Phoenix) and mayor (Pedro Pascal) in the small town of Eddington, New Mexico, leading to heightened tensions as neighbours turned against each other.

CREDITS
STARRING: Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Luke Grimes, Deirdre O’Connell, Micheal Ward, Amélie Hoeferle, Clifton Collins Jr., William Belleau, with Austin Butler and Emma Stone.
WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY: Ari Aster
Produced by: Ari Aster, Lars Knudsen
Co-Produced by: 828 Productions
Director of Photography: Darius Khondji, AFC, ASC
Production Design by: Elliott Hostetter
Editing by: Lucian Johnston
Costume Design by: Anna Terrazas
Music by: Bobby Krlic
Casting by: Ellen Chenoweth, CSA
Release Date: July 18, 2025 (Nationwide)
Running Time: TBC minutes
Rating: TBC
THE NEW POSTER

The film will be released on July 18th. Hindsight is 2020.
Will you be going to see the film? Is it something that interests you? Are you a fan of Ari Aster, Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal? What are you hoping for? Head down to the comments section to let us know. We love to hear from you.

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