- The director has uploaded a 4K teaser of "Megalopolis" on his personal YouTube channel, which was also released by Le Pacte, the film's distributor.
- The two-minute video showcased the main character atop a skyscraper, manipulating the passage of time.
- The plot revolves around an ambitious architect named Cesar (Adam Driver), aiming to transform a city ravaged by cataclysm into a utopia. However, his plans are thwarted by the authoritarian mayor, Frank Cicero (Giancarlo Esposito).
- Francis Ford Coppola has pursued this project since 1983, with full production commencing in 2019. Coppola considers "Megalopolis" a dream project, investing $120 million of personal funds into its creation.
- The star-studded cast includes Natalie Emmanuel, Jon Voight, Laurence Fishburne, Shia LaBeouf, Aubrey Plaza, Jason Schwartzman, and Dustin Hoffman.
- The film will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 17, with a theatrical release scheduled by the end of 2024.