First Look at Woody Harrelson & Kristen Stewart

The European Film Market (EFM) in Berlin has provided the first official glimpse into one of the most eccentric cinematic collaborations of 2026. Quentin Dupieux, the French "clown king of the absurd" known for Rubber and Yannick, has unveiled the first image for his latest project, Full Phil.

Featuring Hollywood heavyweights Woody Harrelson and Kristen Stewart, the film marks Dupieux's most ambitious English-language excursion to date. The first-look image shows a stark, stylishly composed shot of the two actors, setting the tone for a film Dupieux has memorably described as "Emily in Paris in hell—a fever dream, a nightmare version of it."

A Father-Daughter Trip Gone Horribly Wrong

The plot of Full Phil leans into Dupieux’s signature blend of mundane reality and surreal chaos.

Harrelson stars as Philip Doom, a wealthy American industrialist who attempts to mend a fractured relationship with his estranged daughter, Madeleine (Stewart), by whisking her away on a luxurious trip to Paris. However, the "opulent" getaway quickly descends into a psychological and comical nightmare. According to the official logline from StudioCanal, the smooth running of their stay is disrupted by three seemingly unrelated things:

1. French Cuisine: Expect Dupieux’s typical focus on the absurdity of sensory experiences.

2. A 1950s Horror Film: The director has hinted that the movie itself will "mix" with a vintage horror aesthetic in a playful, conceptual way.

3. An Invasive Hotel Employee: A meddling worker whose presence threatens to shatter Philip’s carefully curated "reconnection" tour.

The "Starriest" Cast in Dupieux History

While Dupieux has spent years building a cult following with French cinema icons like Léa Seydoux and Adèle Exarchopoulos, Full Phil is his official graduation to an A-list Hollywood ensemble. Joining Harrelson and Stewart are:

• Emma Mackey: Fresh off her role in Ella McCay.

• Charlotte Le Bon: Known for her work in Fresh and The Walk.

• Tim Heidecker & Eric Wareheim: The legendary comedy duo reunites, bringing their own brand of anti-humor to Dupieux's world.

• Nassim Lyes: A rising French talent known for high-energy roles in Mayhem! and Under Paris.

Believability in the Absurd

In a recent interview with Variety, Dupieux emphasized that while the world of the film is a "nightmare," the core relationship had to be grounded.

“Making the Kristen–Woody relationship believable was key to the movie,” Dupieux explained. “They’re great professionals. He really is her dad, she really is his daughter.”

The film is currently in post-production, and with StudioCanal handling international sales at the EFM, a 2026 or early 2027 release is expected. Given the cast and Dupieux's history, pundits are already marking it as a strong contender for a Cannes 2026 premiere.

Source - https://deadline.com/2026/02/woody-harrelson-kristen-stewart-first-look-full-phil-1236705915/

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