The Basics of Philosophy

The Basics of Philosophy (2026)

A repressed philosophy professor, Dr. John Jorissen, is employed at Ridgemont College, a small liberal arts school in the American Midwest. He teaches an introductory course and is writing a book on renowned Dutch philosopher Baruch Spinoza. Haunted by a long-buried transgression and the sudden return of its victim, he descends into a crisis of guilt, desire, and spiritual reckoning.

Date of release
2026-09-04
TMDB
5.8 / 10 (2)
Runtime
1h 34m
Genres
Drama
Director
Paul Schrader

Casting

Interesting facts

The Basics of Philosophy is a 2026 American drama film written and directed by Paul Schrader. It stars Jack Huston, Sofia Boutella, Daniel Zovatto, Bill Pullman, and Dana Delany.

Production

In August 2024, it was announced that Paul Schrader would be writing and directing a drama film titled The Basics of Philosophy. Principal photography had wrapped in June 2025, when Jack Huston and Sofia Boutella were revealed to have joined the cast. In August 2025, more cast members were revealed including Daniel Zovatto, Bill Pullman, Dana Delany, Shiloh Fernandez, Karl Glusman, and Elizabeth Petruso.

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