Eddington is a 2025 American comedy Western film directed by Ari Aster from a screenplay by Ari Aster. The film is set to be released in the United States on July 18, 2025.
The action takes place in the fictional town of Eddington, New Mexico, where Sheriff Joe Cross (Joaquin Phoenix) and Mayor Ted Garcia (Pedro Pascal) find themselves embroiled in an escalating conflict following a murder and the ensuing protests. When Cross attacks a protester and justifies his actions on television, public opinion turns against him, and his wife Louise (Emma Stone) distances himself from him. Garcia sees an opportunity to use the situation to his advantage during the upcoming elections, presenting Cross as a symbol of the crumbling order. The film explores themes of social tension, political manipulation, and personal responsibility in the context of a global crisis.
„Eddington takes a more realistic and socially engaged approach than Aster's previous films. Filming took place in New Mexico between March and May 2024, with cinematography by Darius Honji. The music was composed by Bobby Krlik, aka The Haxan Cloak.
The film will have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2025 and will be released in theaters in the United States on July 18, 2025. "Eddington" provokes discussions about the social and political aspects of the pandemic and offers a new perspective on the events of 2020.
