Emma Stone shines in the trailer for Yorgos Lanthimos' sci-fi comedy, *Bugonia*, releasing October 31.
Focus Features has released the first look at “Bugonia,” the latest project starring Emma Stone and directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. This new Emma Stone Bugonia Yorgos Lanthimos movie, set to arrive in theaters in October, brings together a familiar duo for a bizarre, genre-blending experience.
Plot Follows Alien Conspiracy and a High-Stakes Abduction
“Bugonia” adapts the South Korean cult favorite “Save the Green Planet,” reimagining it for a global audience. The story follows two conspiracy-driven friends who, convinced that a high-powered CEO is actually an alien plotting Earth’s destruction, decide to kidnap her. Emma Stone takes on the lead role of the embattled CEO, joined by Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Stavros Halkias, and Alicia Silverstone. Will Tracy has penned the screenplay for this adaptation.
Production Team Gathers Award-Winning Talent
Joining Lanthimos and Stone, both serving as producers, is an experienced lineup. Their respective companies, Fruit Tree for Stone and Pith shingles for Lanthimos, are producing alongside Ed Guiney and Andrew Lowe from Element Pictures, Ari Aster and Lars Knusden of Square Peg, and Miky Lee and Jerry Kyoungboum Ko of CJ ENM. This marks another team-up for Stone and Lanthimos after their recent successes such as “Poor Things,”“The Favourite,” and “Kinds of Kindness.”
Industry Reactions Highlight Anticipation and Unique Approach
Chairman of Focus Features, Peter Kujawski, expressed significant excitement about the film:
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“Yorgos Lanthimos is a cinematic visionary with a singular style that has captivated audiences worldwide. We could not be more excited to partner with him, Emma and the incredible teams at Element, Square Peg and CJ ENM to reimagine this twisted and darkly funny story.”
—Peter Kujawski, Chairman, Focus Features
CJ ENM’s Jerry Kyoungboum Ko underscored the cross-cultural collaboration:
“I am thrilled to introduce the intriguing story rooted in Korean Cinema’s hidden gem, in collaboration with the ideal team of talent and producers, alongside the reliable studio. I expect that Yorgos will ignite a dynamic chemical fusion with his unique style and the novelty of the narrative.”
—Jerry Kyoungboum Ko, CJ ENM
Creative Team and Release Plans Announced
Lanthimos has assembled his longstanding crew for “Bugonia.” Yorgos Mavropsaridis returns as editor after collaborating on all of Lanthimos’ previous films. Other key creative figures include cinematographer Robbie Ryan, production designer James Price, and composer Jerskin Fendrix. Johnnie Burn will handle sound mixing, while casting director Jennifer Venditti contributes her expertise to the ensemble.
The film will premiere in select theaters on October 24, followed by a wider release on October 31.
Anticipated Impact for Fans and Filmmakers
As one of the season’s most highly anticipated films, “Bugonia” showcases the unique creative vision of Yorgos Lanthimos and longtime collaborator Emma Stone. By bringing together international talent and adapting a renowned South Korean narrative, the production aims to deliver a blend of dark humor and sci-fi intrigue poised to appeal to a global audience.
