Netflix Releases Trailer For Wes Anderson Roald Dahl Short Films After Oscar Win

Video screenshot via Netflix

Netflix has just dropped a fresh trailer for The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More, a collection of short films by Wes Anderson, fresh off his historic Oscar win for Henry Sugar—the first Academy Award the filmmaker has secured.

Benedict Cumberbatch, Ralph Fiennes, Dev Patel, and Ben Kingsley are just a few of the big names gracing the Dahl-icious cast. Anderson’s signature style, beloved for its symmetry and pastel palettes, shines through in each feature.

Apart from the award-winning The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, there’s The Swan, which follows a young bird enthusiast named Peter Watson whose peaceful world is disrupted by bullies who not only threaten him but also a majestic swan he admires.

Poison, on the other hand, delves into a darker theme with a tale of a man finding a venomous snake in his bed.

Finally, The Rat Catcher introduces audiences to a professional exterminator, exploring his obsessive pursuit and the darker corners of his profession.

Each story, distinct in its theme and narrative, showcases Anderson’s and Dahl’s masterful ability to captivate and entertain.

While the anthology premiered last September, Anderson’s Oscar triumph has Netflix spotlighting these delightful shorts once more. So, if you haven’t already, make sure to add these to your must-watch list.

[via FirstShowing and Tudum, video and cover screenshot via Netflix]