If you’re a fan of cinema that feels like a living storybook, Wes Anderson: The Archives at the Design Museum in London is an unmissable cultural moment. Open from 21 November 2025 until 26 July 2026, this landmark retrospective brings the meticulously crafted worlds of one of today’s most distinctive filmmakers off the screen and into a museum gallery for the first time in the UK.
The exhibition is a treasure trove drawn from over 700 objects from Anderson’s personal archive, chronicling his evolution from early 1990s experiments to his latest films. You’ll find original storyboards, polaroids, sketches, notebooks, costumes, puppets, miniature models, and much more — each piece offering an intimate glimpse into Anderson’s creative process.
Highlights include a candy-pink model of The Grand Budapest Hotel, towering in scale and charm; the iconic FENDI coat from The Royal Tenenbaums; and beloved stop-motion puppets from Fantastic Mr. Fox and Isle of Dogs. There are even objects from his newest feature, The Phoenician Scheme (2025), such as a Dunhill pipe and a jewelled dagger — bringing his ever-expanding visual world right into the heart of Kensington.
What makes this exhibition special is how it celebrates Anderson’s obsessive attention to detail and design. Each film is given its own chapter, allowing visitors to trace how his signature symmetry, pastel palettes, handcrafted sets and playful narratives have evolved over three decades.
Whether you’re a lifelong Wesophile or simply curious about the artistry behind some of modern cinema’s most visually striking films, Wes Anderson: The Archives offers a richly immersive experience that feels like stepping into one of his meticulously composed frames.
Details: Go to The Design Museum
