The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar

Name: The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Adventure, Drama
Released: 2023-09-20
Rating: 7.2

User Score1,404 ratings

TMDB 7.216+202339mEnglish

ComedyFantasyAdventureDrama

Synopsis

A rich man learns about a guru who can see without using his eyes. He sets out to master the skill in order to cheat at gambling.

Director

Wes AndersonFrom TMDB credits

Studio

American Empirical Pictures2 production companies

Release

September 20, 2023Released

Box Office

—Budget $4M

Top Cast

8 of 45

Ralph Fiennes

Roald Dahl / Policeman

Benedict Cumberbatch

Henry Sugar / Make-Up Artist

Dev Patel

Dr. Chatterjee / John Winston

Ben Kingsley

Imdad Khan / Croupier

Richard Ayoade

Dr. Marshall / Yogi

Jarvis Cocker

Canasta Player / Manor Guest / Friend of Henry Sugar / Casino Entrance Man

Rebecca Cornford

Canasta Player / Manor Guest / Friend of Henry Sugar / Casino Guest / Hospital Nurse

David Gant

Casino Croupier

Trailers & Photos

Reviews

From TMDB users

Manuel São Bento

Sep 10, 2023

MORE SPOILER-FREE MINI-REVIEWS @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/mini-reviews-2023-edition "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar is such a fun, delightful, brilliant palate cleanser to watch during any festival. Wes Anderson’s unique style works phenomenally well with short runtimes. 39 minutes of quirky yet intriguing entertainment." Rating: A-

Alunauwie

Sep 30, 2025

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, adapted from Roald Dahl’s 1977 short story, presents a simple yet layered narrative in a theatrical and visually striking way. Delivered like a grand stage play, the film blends storytelling and performance, offering multiple character perspectives through rich narration and stylized set designs. Though its fast pacing may challenge non-native English speakers, the film remains engaging, with well-developed characters and a compelling internal conflict at its core. Stunning visuals, sharp transitions, and dynamic acting make this a must-watch for fans of unique cinematic storytelling. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)