Paper Tiger

Upcoming crime thriller Paper Tiger is set in 1986 Queens, New York. The story follows two brothers who attempt to achieve the American dream by entering a suspicious business arrangement. This decision pulls them into a dangerous conflict with the Russian mafia, which threatens their family and tests their loyalty to one another. As they struggle to survive the criminal underworld, their fraternal bond begins to break, leading to permanent changes in their lives.

The film is written and directed by James Gray, following his previous work on Armageddon Time. The cast features Adam Driver and Miles Teller as the brothers, Gary and Irwin Pearl, alongside Scarlett Johansson as Hester Pearl. The production is a multi-national effort involving companies from the United States, Brazil, United Kingdom, Italy, Qatar, Cyprus, and France. With a budget of 15 million USD, the project involves a credited crew of 55 people and a cast of 21 performers. The movie has a runtime of 115 minutes and is scheduled for release on November 12, 2026.