Pedro Pascal Stars in 1987 Oakland Anthology Film 'Freaky Tales'

The action-packed movie, inspired by Too $hort's iconic track, features a star-studded cast and hits theaters April 4, 2025.

'Freaky Tales' is a genre-blending anthology film set in 1987 Oakland, featuring four interconnected stories and a diverse cast of characters.
Directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, the film draws inspiration from Too $hort's 1987 hip-hop classic and captures the essence of Bay Area culture.
Pedro Pascal leads the ensemble cast, which includes Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Normani, Dominique Thorne, and the late Angus Cloud in one of his final roles.
The film premiered at Sundance 2024 to generally positive reviews, with critics praising its unique storytelling and nostalgic homage to 1980s pop culture.
Lionsgate will release the movie in theaters on April 4, 2025, marking a notable return to ambitious, original filmmaking for the directing duo.