From Batgirl to Bugonia: Alicia Silverstone Reteams with Yorgos Lanthimos!
Alicia Silverstone Joins Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons in Lanthimos' Next Flick!
Get ready for some seriously strange cinematic goodness, folks! Alicia Silverstone (yes, that Batgirl!) is joining the cast of Bugonia, the upcoming alien conspiracy thriller from director Yorgos Lanthimos and starring the incredible Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. This reunion is extra special: it marks a return for Silverstone and Lanthimos; working together for the first time in seven years, since The Killing of a Sacred Deer!
Lanthimos and Stone are a powerhouse duo! They've collaborated four times previously (including The Favourite, Poor Things, and the short film Bleat); adding even more significance, as these partnerships tend to deliver some truly unique content and experiences, often defying all kinds of genres. Their collaborative spirit also expands; reuniting with Plemons (after Kinds of Kindness) for yet another bizarre adventure; adding more spice and an entirely different character to those already well-known stars. Variety broke the news, and we don't have details regarding Silverstone's exact role – but that alone makes fans exceptionally anxious and anticipating this event already!
What Alicia Silverstone's Casting Means for Bugonia's Ensemble Cast
Lanthimos loves working with his favorite actors. Colin Farrell, Olivia Colman, Willem Dafoe, and Margaret Qualley are all regulars! Bugonia continues that trend! This project marks Lanthimos's fourth feature film with Stone (fifth overall including Bleat), and Plemons is also back. This will really help audiences already familiar with these individual creative professionals to feel confident regarding that particular cast; and expect high quality production. With this background in mind; and considering those successful earlier movies and projects created – it’s evident that this team collaboration will deliver again; possibly with the biggest risks, demonstrating great creative vision!
Silverstone joins Stone and Plemons as another veteran actor to work again with Lanthimos. Her role in The Killing of a Sacred Deer, although brief; created a surprising yet extremely well-done memorable moment, enough to warrant another opportunity with Lanthimos years later. Those kinds of creative successes that rely upon casting talent that fits that precise aesthetic will often pay huge creative and commercial dividends! Considering the talent, the director's past creative choices; there's already extremely high confidence.
Our Predictions: A Memorable Supporting Role for Silverstone
Written by Emmy winner Will Tracy (Succession, The Menu), Bugonia tells the strange tale of two conspiracy theorists who kidnap a corporate CEO (likely Stone) because they are convinced she's an alien. Silverstone, given her past work with Lanthimos, might play another strong supporting role like before – something far smaller; but something utterly unexpected, but if her past role’s impact is any indication; even in a supporting role, it is assured that this will be impactful; adding to those very specific directorial trademarks and those overall stylistic choices expected. This shows Lanthimos's vision perfectly. We should already feel great!
Conclusion: Get Ready for Another Lanthimos Masterpiece!
Bugonia has a totally insane premise! Those earlier projects; which this new film’s development and cast perfectly showcases those key elements. It’s already a high priority, an intensely anticipated event for people in various corners of the cinema. Adding Silverstone only adds further intrigue; making this potentially their most impressive creative release. This combination of unique talents guarantees both unexpected storylines and high levels of production quality and creativity! That release date (November 7th, 2025) can’t come soon enough, really.
