Wes Anderson: The Archives

By Julia Revitt Photography

December 6^th, 2025

Wes Anderson: The Archives

At the Design Museum, London from 21st November 2025 to 25th July 2026.

For over 30 years, American film director Wes Anderson has built rich fictional worlds where narrative and design are inseparably intertwined. Each of his films is marked by a highly original script, intriguing characters and exacting attention to detail. Behind every frame lies meticulous planning and a network of collaborators cultivated over decades.

Throughout his career, Anderson has gathered a growing archive of notebooks, sketches, storyboards, props, puppets, costumes, sets and other design materials. These offer a window into his creative process, from Bottle Rocket (1993) to The Phoenician Scheme (2025).

This exhibition brings together artefacts from Anderson's archive for the first time, taking you on a behind-the-scenes journey through his work and distinctive approach to visual storytelling. Shining light on the craft of filmmaking, it paints a picture of the working methods and artistry of one of contemporary cinema's most visionary filmmakers.