Actor Ezra Miller appeared on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday, May 18, drawing attention not for his performance, but for his mere presence. Miller was on hand to support filmmaker Lynne Ramsay, who is premiering her latest film Die, My Love. The two previously collaborated on 2011’s We Need to Talk About Kevin, which also screened at Cannes.
Miller arrived wearing a burgundy tuxedo with matching trousers, long hair, and a beret. According to Variety, he did not stop for photographs.
Ezra Miller speeds down the red carpet at the #Cannes premiere of Jennifer Lawrence’s “Die, My Love.”
The movie is helmed by Lynne Ramsay, who directed Miller in “We Need to Talk About Kevin.” pic.twitter.com/OzVJ7NTdja
— Variety (@Variety) May 17, 2025
While many attendees viewed the appearance as unremarkable, others noted that Miller has largely remained out of the public eye following a series of arrests, criminal investigations, and disturbing accusations that gained national attention between 2020 and 2023.
A Stark Contrast in Hollywood Accountability
Ezra Miller’s return to the red carpet has renewed scrutiny over how the entertainment industry handles controversial figures. While Miller continues to be welcomed at prestigious events like the Cannes Film Festival, other actors have seen their careers derailed for significantly less.
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Critics have pointed to the disparity, noting that Miller was captured on video in 2020 appearing to choke a woman at a bar in Iceland—an incident that did not result in charges but went viral online. Despite this and subsequent arrests and allegations, Miller remained the lead of a major studio tentpole (The Flash) and is still invited to high-profile industry events.
The contrast between who gets sidelined and who is forgiven has become a frequent topic of discussion across fan circles, press coverage, and social media commentary.
Timeline of Legal Issues and Allegations
Ezra Miller’s documented legal troubles span multiple states and incidents.
Ezra Miller at Comic Con – Gage Skidmore from Peoria, AZ, United States of America, CC BY-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
Here is a summary of the major known cases:
- April 2020 (Iceland) – Video footage surfaced showing Miller appearing to choke a woman at a bar in Reykjavik. Although no charges were filed, the video prompted significant backlash online.
- March 2022 (Hawaii) – Miller was arrested for disorderly conduct and harassment following an altercation at a karaoke bar in Hilo. Police reported that Miller shouted obscenities, grabbed the microphone from a woman, and lunged at a man playing darts. He was released on $500 bail.
- April 2022 (Hawaii) – Less than a month later, Miller was arrested again, this time for second-degree assault after allegedly throwing a chair that struck a 26-year-old woman at a private gathering in Pāhoa. Authorities stated the actor became “irate” after being asked to leave.
- June 2022 (Massachusetts) – A mother and her 12-year-old child were granted a temporary harassment prevention order against Miller. The court documents alleged inappropriate behavior including threats and unsettling comments made to the child. In June 2023, the protective order was lifted, with Miller stating that the allegations were a misuse of the legal system.
- August 2022 (Vermont) – Miller was charged with felony burglary for allegedly entering a neighbor’s home and stealing bottles of alcohol. The actor later pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of unlawful trespass and was sentenced to one year of probation and a $500 fine.
Miller released a public apology in 2022 stating he was seeking treatment for “complex mental health issues” and would work to return to a healthier, more productive life.
Return to Public Eye
Despite the severity of the allegations and the actor’s multiple arrests, Warner Bros. and DC Studios opted to move forward with The Flash, which released in June 2023. The film underperformed at the box office, grossing just over $270 million worldwide on a reported budget exceeding $200 million.
Ezra Miller as The Flash in The Flash – YouTube, DC
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Following the film’s release, Miller largely disappeared from public appearances—until now.
At Cannes, the return of Ezra Miller marks one of the few red carpet events he has attended since The Flash press circuit. He is not currently attached to any upcoming major studio projects.
Ezra Miller in The Flash – YouTube, DC
As of this publication, Miller has not given any official interviews during the festival.
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