Paper Tiger (2026)

Directed by James Gray and written by the same, Paper Tiger is a 2026 American crime thriller that premiered at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The film stars Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, and Miles Teller in a narrative focused on two brothers who pursue the American Dream but become entangled in a dangerous scheme involving the Russian mafia. As their plan unfolds, the siblings must navigate a world of corruption and violence, testing the limits of their familial bond as betrayal looms.

The production features a multinational creative team with involvement from France, the United States, Poland, and Italy. James Gray, known for films like Ad Astra and The Lost City of Z, brings his signature atmospheric style to this gritty drama. The film has garnered attention for its ensemble cast and its submission to major international festivals, including nominations at the Gotham Independent Film Awards.

• The movie had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2026.
• It was nominated for Best Feature at the 36th Gotham Independent Film Awards.
• Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson previously reunited for Noah Baumbach's Marriage Story.
• The screenplay was solely written by director James Gray.
• Scarlett Johansson plays the wife of one of the brothers, adding a layer of domestic tension to the crime plot.