Scarlett Johansson has been seen for the first time in character for her next film Paper Tiger. 

The 40-year-old movie star was shooting a scene outside a residential home in New York City where she looked distressed and near tears.

The Hollywood pinup had on a short, curly blonde wig with heavy makeup that included red lipstick which made her resemble 1950s sex symbol Marilyn Monroe.

Her clothes were conservative as she wore a powder blue knit top, an ivory linen blazer and dark khaki slacks with brown open-toe high heels. There was a beige purse over her shoulder as she had on gold earrings and a chain necklace. 

The versatile stalwart was seen getting into a cherry red sedan with yellow New York license plate. 

Also with her was Miles Teller, who likely plays her husband, and two young boys in private school uniforms.

Scarlett Johansson has been seen for the first time in character for her next film Paper Tiger

The 40-year-old movie star was shooting a scene outside a residential home in New York City where she looked distressed and near tears