Tom Hanks & Bryan Cranston Playfully Tease Paparazzi

Tom Hanks showed off his classic charm and quick wit during the red carpet premiere of “The Phoenician Scheme” on Wednesday night. While posing for photos, the veteran actor noticed that some photographers were joking about the session dragging on too long.

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According to Page Six, Hanks, known for his light-hearted humor, jumped right into the fun. “I want to be right where the other photographers are,” he called out with a playful wave, signaling that it was time to move on.

But the moment that had everyone laughing came when Hanks, with a mischievous grin, turned toward one cameraman and jokingly told him to “shut the f–k up.”

The crowd of photographers burst into laughter, making it clear Hanks’s sense of humor is just as sharp off-screen as on.

Bryan Cranson Joined The Fun

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Not to be outdone, Bryan Cranston brought his flair to the evening. When someone pointed out his tie was a little crooked, Cranston didn’t miss a beat. “My tie is askew!” he declared with mock surprise. Then, with his signature dry wit, he addressed the photographers: “Thanks for letting me know my tie was askew,” he deadpanned.

But Cranston didn’t stop there. Flashing a big smile, he added, “I’m going to come out with a line of ties called Askew!” It was a perfect moment that showed the actor’s playful side and his ease with the spotlight.

These moments reminded everyone that behind the big names and intense movie premieres, the stars can be just as fun and down-to-earth as anyone else!

Star-Studded Summer Release

“The Phoenician Scheme” has officially been picked up by Focus Features. The movie will have a limited release on May 30, before expanding widely on June 6.

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The ensemble includes Benicio Del Toro, Michael Cera, Bill Murray, Mia Threapleton, Riz Ahmed, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Willem Dafoe, Rupert Friend, Benedict Cumberbatch, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Jeffrey Wright, Bryan Cranston, and Hope Davis.

Production wrapped up in June 2024, and the film reportedly weaves espionage themes with a heartfelt story of father-daughter relationships. One notable change from Anderson’s usual style is his choice of cinematographer. While longtime collaborator Robert Yeoman sat this one out, acclaimed cinematographer Bruno Delbonnel stepped in to lens the project.