Bugonia
7.487%84%7.3
Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
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- Dee5d agoGreat acting, amazing, but it’s darker than expected one of the weirdest movies I’ve seen lately
- The LeviathanAugust 25, 2026That was weird and dark
- Marcos Gonzalez-FlowerAugust 24, 2026Bit strange
- AjayAugust 12, 2026What a RIDE. I love Stone and Plemons, but I genuinely wasn't expecting anything like this. The film's summary doesn't do it justice - it's a fever dream come to life, full of twists, turns, spectacles and solemn moments. I've never seen any of Lanthimos' work before, but now I'm very piqued. The storytelling is always moving at pace, weaving inbetween dark comedy and surrealism. This is absolutely a film everyone should watch.
- ManCallumAugust 10, 2026Trippy. Strange thing is, you could see this being true is in some alternate timeline.
- Ravi OliveiraAugust 8, 2026Synopsis: Two men obsessed with conspiracies kidnap the CEO of a large company when they become convinced she is an alien who wants to destroy Earth. Review: "Bugonia" reinforces director Yorgos Lanthimos's peculiar signature style, while offering a slightly more accessible experience compared to his previous works. The bizarre nature and unexpected surprises persist, creating an intriguing atmosphere. The screenplay, written by Will Tracy, stands out for uniting classic elements of a kidnapping thriller, using a structure that maintains a brisk pace and ever-increasing tension, drawing the viewer into constant engagement. The performances of Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons are undoubtedly the highlight of the film. The chemistry between the two actors provides a dynamic psychological duel that brings the plot to life. Plemons portrays a captor whose state of paranoia is both terrifying and tragicomic, offering a human perspective on the madness that permeates his character. Stone shines as a shrewd and ruthless executive who, even in her vulnerability, seeks to manipulate her kidnappers, masterfully exploring the complexity of her character. The social satire the film proposes is fierce and provocative, functioning almost as a mirror reflecting the anxieties and pains of the 21st century. The film incisively addresses themes such as denialism, the culture of conspiracy theories, and distrust in institutions, revealing the challenges faced by the working class under the capitalist system. This social critique is one of the most praised aspects, as it conveys a relevant message that resonates with contemporary audiences. At times, Yorgos relies on exaggerated caricatures and a sense of intellectual superiority. This approach can lead to a superficiality in the exploration of the characters, preventing a true understanding of the nuances of the madness they experience. The feeling that some dimensions of the characters are not fully explored may leave the impression that the film does not delve as deeply as it could.
- Babs HechtAugust 2, 2026Wasn't expecting that ending. Enjoyable watch.
- Austin BurkeNovember 1, 2025Bugonia is a strange, albeit honest, examination of the human condition and a look at how trauma can dictate decision-making. At the same time, this is an often-insane dark comedy that kept me on the edge of my seat and provided one of the most fascinating experiences of the year. Lanthimos is in his bag with the visuals, cinematography, and ability to get the best out of two top-tier actors. Where we ultimately wind up will frustrate some, but the way this film approaches the journey was far more entertaining than even I expected.
- Cailum.HawkJuly 25, 2026Really good film up until the end, the end absolutely destroyed the film for me
- FrankJuly 22, 2026Weird af But kinda good and definitely entertaining
- Carli JusticeJuly 12, 2026This one was incredibly unexpected. What a twist! This is not a feel good or comfortable to watch movie though. Despite that, it is a good movie that is worth watching as long as you commit to watching until the end.
- Sacri Skizzers CharlotteJuly 12, 2026Bugonia pulled me into its atmosphere from the very beginning, and I felt strangely comfortable in it. I formed a clear opinion almost immediately and spent most of the film feeling confident that I understood what was happening. I was wrong. That is probably what I enjoyed most about it, how easily it lets you take a side and then quietly proves that you never had as much control over the story as you thought. Emma Stone fits into this kind of strange, uncomfortable world ridiculously well. She adapts to every tonal shift and somehow makes the absurdity feel completely believable. I genuinely did not expect the ending. I cannot say I loved where it ultimately went, but I really respect how carefully the film builds toward that point. Even when the conclusion did not fully work for me, everything leading up to it absolutely did.
- rg9400July 7, 2026Bugonia is a solid movie. It's heavily focused on stylistic choices, but it definitely makes for a captivating watch. For example, the way the camera moves smoothly as characters confidently strut across the frame or the surprisingly epic score accompanying the off-kilter aspect ratio. This is Yorgos Lanthimos though, and the weird and gorgeous cinematography is a given. In terms of plot and characters, I did find the movie to also be engaging, at least initially. It has a slightly Hitchock-esque vibe to it, and in fact, it has more than a few similarities with 10 Cloverfield Lane. It has a limited cast, a confined setting, and this tension built around the question of whether everything is being driven by aliens or not. Jesse Plemons is the standout in my opinion, really bringing the frustration of a man who has lost everything and wants to find someone to blame. The problem with this movie is that by the end, I felt like I couldn't really understand what it was trying to convey. It felt like it had some meaningful messages about the nature of systematic class strife, but instead, the movie sort of ends in a way that just left me scratching my head. Don't get me wrong, it isn't anticlimactic. It's a crazy movie with plenty of twists and turns that will keep you on your toes and make the movie's pace feel very zippy. The problem is more of intent and goal. Maybe I will understand it better after thinking about it, but that inscrutable ending is what prevents it from really being one of the better Lanthimos movies that I have seen.
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Bugonia was released on October 24, 2025.
Bugonia was directed by Yorgos Lanthimos.
Bugonia has a runtime of 1h 59m.
Bugonia was produced by Andrew Lowe, Ed Guiney, Yorgos Lanthimos, Emma Stone, Ari Aster, Lars Knudsen, Jerry Kyoungboum Ko, Miky Lee.
Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
The key characters in Bugonia are Michelle (Emma Stone), Teddy (Jesse Plemons), Don (Aidan Delbis).
Bugonia is rated R.
Bugonia is a Science Fiction, Comedy, Crime film.
Bugonia has an audience rating of 8.4 out of 10.
Bugonia had a budget of $55M.
Bugonia has made $43.5M at the box office.