Wes Anderson’s films are a feast for the senses, laden with distinct color palettes, whimsical production designs, and a twist of unique humor. Following the success of blockbuster hits like The Royal Tenenbaums and The Grand Budapest Hotel, his latest project promises to be just as captivating.
Anderson has cultivated a devoted following over the years, with a portfolio that includes Moonrise Kingdom and Isle of Dogs, both of which have garnered him multiple Academy Award nominations. His films consistently receive high praise from critics and audiences alike, often achieving impressive scores on Rotten Tomatoes, where projects like Fantastic Mr. Fox and Moonrise Kingdom boast ratings of 93%. His most recent short film, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, featuring talents such as Benedict Cumberbatch, currently holds a remarkable 95%, making it the highest-scoring film in Anderson’s filmography.
The Phoenician Scheme Gets A Streaming Release Date
The Anderson Comedy Is Coming To Peacock
Anderson’s latest offering, The Phoenician Scheme, premiered in May and continues his trend of creatively ambitious projects. This comedy film follows Zsa-zsa Korda, played by Benicio del Toro, as he embarks on a new and bold business venture alongside his daughter, Sister Liesl, portrayed by Mia Threapleton.
The star-studded cast also includes Michael Cera, Rupert Friend, Scarlett Johansson, Jeffrey Wright, and Willem Dafoe. Upon its release, The Phoenician Scheme earned a Tomatometer score of 78%, with an audience-rated Popcornmeter remaining fresh at 70%. According to Deadline, the film will make its streaming debut on Peacock beginning July 25.
What This Means For The Phoenician Scheme
Will More People Check It Out?
Despite its positive reception, The Phoenician Scheme only generated about $37.5 million at the box office, a figure significantly lower than his previous ensemble comedy, Asteroid City, which grossed over $53 million. Interestingly, The Phoenician Scheme boasts higher Rotten Tomatoes scores, with a Tomatometer of 78% compared to Asteroid City‘s 76%.
Though largely well-received, The Phoenician Scheme stands as one of Anderson’s least profitable theatrical releases, trailing only The French Dispatch and a few of his earlier works like The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou and The Darjeeling Limited. It seems the landscape of moviegoing has shifted; while die-hard Anderson fans may have sought out this latest release, broader audiences appear to have stepped back.
Now that The Phoenician Scheme is set to be available for streaming, viewers can experience it from the comfort of their homes. It will be interesting to see if this shift increases its audience and helps recover from its disappointing box office performance. As always, Anderson’s distinct brand of storytelling seems poised to find new fans eager to embrace his artistic vision.
Source: Deadline