Emma Stone’s upcoming film, Bugonia, a remake of the award-winning 2003 Korean movie, has officially set a Bugonia Release Date 2025. Stone, already an Academy Award winner for La La Land has reached new heights in her career through multiple collaborations with director Yorgos Lanthimos. Their partnership began with The Favourite, which earned Stone another Oscar nomination and continued with Poor Things, which won her a second Oscar. Following Kinds of Kindness, Lanthimos and Stone are teaming up again, this time for an adaptation of the South Korean sci-fi comedy, Save the Green Planet!
Lanthimos and Stone’s latest project has now received its official title, release date, and an additional cast member. Titled Bugonia, the film is slated for a theatrical release in 2025 and promises to stand out among new comedy movies. The cast also includes Jesse Plemons, who reunites with Stone and Lanthimos after Kinds of Kindness, where he earned the Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival.
What is the Bugonia Release Date in 2025?
Bugonia, the latest collaboration between director Yorgos Lanthimos and actress Emma Stone, is scheduled to hit theaters on November 7, 2025. This release date puts it in direct competition with the MCU’s Blade; however, Blade has faced numerous production challenges, so it may not meet this deadline. Meanwhile, Lanthimos and Stone have proven to be efficient collaborators, completing previous projects like Kinds of Kindness within a few months and achieving high critical and box-office success.
What Are The Story Details For Bugonia?
Bugonia is an adaptation of the 2003 South Korean sci-fi comedy Save the Green Planet! It also brings Yorgos Lanthimos’ darkly comedic and surreal storytelling to a fresh narrative. The plot centers around two conspiracy-minded characters that kidnap a powerful CEO, played by Emma Stone, believing her to be an alien set on destroying Earth. As their misguided mission unfolds, the story delves into themes of paranoia, power dynamics, and humanity’s fear of the unknown.
In this dark comedy, Stone’s CEO character finds herself in an unexpected battle with her captors, one of whom will be played by Jesse Plemons. This unconventional storyline is expected to combine elements of sci-fi, comedy, and suspense, staying true to Lanthimos’ knack for blending genres and challenging societal norms. Bugonia promises to explore deep, thought-provoking themes through a humorous and bizarre lens, making it a unique addition to the new comedy movies category.
Who Are The Actors In The Bugonia Release With New Cast?
The new cast of Bugonia stars Emma Stone, expected to take on the role of a high-powered CEO who becomes the target of a bizarre kidnapping. Fresh from their work together on Kinds of Kindness, Jesse Plemons joins her as one of the two men who abduct her, convinced that she is an alien planning to destroy Earth. The role of the second kidnapper has yet to be officially cast, but Lanthimos may turn to actors he has previously worked with, including Willem Dafoe, who starred in Poor Things and Kinds of Kindness, Joe Alwyn from The Favourite, or Colin Farrell, known for his performances in The Lobster and The Killing of a Sacred Deer.
Emma Stone as Michelle
Jesse Plemons as Teddy
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Where Will Bugonia Be Filmed?
Yorgos Lanthimos’ upcoming film, Bugonia, is currently being filmed primarily in High Wycombe, England, with additional scenes shot in Atlanta. The film, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, is an adaptation of the South Korean sci-fi comedy Save the Green Planet! And follows two conspiracy theorists who kidnap a CEO they believe to be an alien.
Where Can You Stream The Bugonia After Its Release?
After its theatrical run, Bugonia is expected to be available for streaming on platforms such as Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and Peacock, offering a wide range of options for viewers worldwide.
When Will The Trailer For Bugonia, Set To Release In 2025, Be Available?
Bugonia which is scheduled for release on November 7, 2025, does not yet have an official trailer. Fans can expect trailers and promotional content to be revealed closer to the release date. Until then, updates on Bugonia can be found through official channels and entertainment news sources.
