Scarlett Johansson has joined Wes Anderson’s latest project with already announces A-list cast members Adrien Brody, Jason Schwartzman, Tilda Swinton, Bill Murray, Margot Robbie, and Tom Hanks.
The Oscar-nominated actress previously worked with the filmmaker on his stop-motion feature Isle of Dogs, but this will be her first time appearing in one of his live-action movies.
Johansson has been making headlines for suing Disney on breach of contract after the company released Black Widow simultaneously in theaters and on Disney Plus for $30. She says the decision causes a loss in ticket sales, resulting in a loss of $50 million in box office bonuses. Disney claimed her contract ensured a wide release, not an exclusive theatrical release.
Johansson’s credits include Marriage Story, Jojo Rabbit, Lost in Translation, The Prestige, Match Point, Under the Skin, and Ghost World. Johansson won a Tony for A View From the Bridge.
The French Dispatch, Anderson’s recent film, premiered with strong reviews at the Cannes Film Festival this year. It’s expected to open this fall and be a contender at award’s season.
