'Eddington' by Ari Aster: Release Dates, Streaming and Filming Locations
Find out when it’s coming out and where filmed.
Eddington, Ari Aster’s much-talked-about new film, has been on my radar ever since it was first announced. I think what excites me most is that it feels like Aster stepping into even stranger, more ambitious territory than before — part neo-Western, part dark satire, and very much a reflection of the world we’ve been living in since 2020.
What It’s About
Eddington is described as a neo-Western satirical black comedy. The story takes place in a fictional New Mexico town during May 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic and political unrest.
Joaquin Phoenix plays Sheriff Joe Cross, Pedro Pascal takes on the role of Mayor Ted Garcia, and Emma Stone, Austin Butler, and others round out a powerhouse cast. The film explores polarization, disinformation, and societal breakdown in Aster’s unsettling style.
Where Was It Filmed?
Filming took place in New Mexico in spring 2024, mainly around Albuquerque and Truth or Consequences, giving the film an eerie desert backdrop.
Release Date
The film had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2025. U.S. audiences then got their chance to see it in theaters starting on July 18, 2025. It’s a classic A24 rollout: festival buzz first, then a limited release that expands wider.
For those waiting to watch it at home, the film is released digitally on August 12th, 2025. Eddington is available to buy or rent online — on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Vudu, and Google Play.
