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Paper Tiger (2026) – Official Film Synopsis

Paper Tiger (2026) is a gripping, atmospheric crime thriller that chronicles the shattering of the American Dream within a tight-knit family. Set against the grit and neon-soaked streets of 1986 Queens, New York, the film centers on two brothers, Irwin and Gary Pearl. Eager to secure a stable and prosperous future for their family, the brothers seize what appears to be a lucrative, can't-miss business opportunity near the local canal. However, the flawless venture quickly unravels into a trap.

The brothers accidentally stumble into a dangerous operation run by the ruthless Russian Mafia. As they attempt to extract themselves from this web of corruption, violence, and intimidation, the family's suburban peace is violently disrupted. Gary, a police officer, tries desperately to handle the escalation, while Irwin's protective wife, Hester, must navigate her own personal crises to shield their young sons from the fallout. Blending intense family drama with high-stakes thriller elements, Paper Tiger explores the delicate lines of sibling loyalty, the heavy cost of toxic ambition, and the lengths a family will go to survive.

Cast and Crew Information

• Director & Screenwriter: James Gray (Armageddon Time, We Own the Night, Ad Astra) writes and directs, returning to his rich New York cinematic roots with an evocative, 35mm visual aesthetic.
• Production & Distribution: Produced by Neon, RT Features, and LB Entertainment, following its world premiere in main competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
• Main Core Cast:
  • Adam Driver (Marriage Story, Ferrari) stars as Gary Pearl, the conflicted brother caught between his duty as a cop and his devotion to family.
  • Miles Teller (Whiplash, Top Gun: Maverick) stars as Irwin Pearl, the driving force whose ambition inadvertently exposes his family to the criminal underworld.
  • Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow, Jojo Rabbit) stars as Hester Pearl, Irwin's fierce, protective wife facing down an escalating family nightmare.
  • Victor Ptak as Simeon Bogoyavich, the imposing kingpin running the Russian mafia scheme.
  • The ensemble features Gavin Goudey, Roman Engel, Cindy Katz, and legendary actress Elena Solovey.
• Cinematography: Shot by Joaquín Baca-Asay, utilizing heavily saturated colors and striking shadow work to paint a retro 1980s New York landscape.