Movies - The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare : Lionsgate Unveils the Highly Anticipated Action Spy Film Set for April 19, 2024 Release

By Mulder, 30 january 2024

In an exciting development for espionage film enthusiasts, Lionsgate has officially announced the release date for The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, a gripping action spy film directed and co-written by the renowned Guy Ritchie. The film, based on Damien Lewis's acclaimed 2014 book Churchill's Secret Warriors: The Explosive True Story of the Special Forces Desperadoes of WWII, is scheduled to hit theaters in the United States on April 19, 2024.

The plot of the film is set against the backdrop of World War II and delves into the clandestine operations of the Special Operations Executive, a secret British organization founded by Winston Churchill. The narrative, billed as a true story, explores their irregular warfare tactics against the Nazis, ultimately playing a pivotal role in altering the course of the war and laying the foundation for modern black operations.

The stellar cast includes Henry Cavill in the lead role as Gus March-Phillipps, along with Eiza González, Alan Ritchson, Henry Golding, Alex Pettyfer, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, and other talented actors. Notably, Freddie Fox portrays the iconic Ian Fleming in the film.

Paramount Pictures initially acquired the rights to Damien Lewis's book in 2015, and after a series of developments, Lionsgate now holds the U.S. distribution rights. Filming commenced on February 13, 2023, in the picturesque city of Antalya, Turkey, concluding in April 2023. The announcement of Lionsgate's acquisition of the U.S. distribution rights coincided with the start of filming.

With a wide release planned for 2024, Lionsgate aims to captivate audiences with the thrilling narrative crafted by Guy Ritchie and brought to life by a stellar ensemble cast. International distribution rights have been strategically sold to Prime Video, ensuring that viewers across Europe, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, India, and pan-Asian regions will have access to this riveting cinematic experience.

As anticipation continues to build, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare promises to be a must-watch for those seeking a compelling blend of historical drama, espionage, and the gritty realism that has become synonymous with Guy Ritchie's directorial style. Mark your calendars for April 19, 2024, as Lionsgate brings this enthralling tale to theaters across the United States.

Synopsis :
The formation of the first British comandos after the first bombing raids on England by the German army in 1939.

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Directed by Guy Ritchie
Screenplay by Paul Tamasy, Eric Johnson, Arash Amel, Guy Ritchie
Based on Churchill's Secret Warriors: The Explosive True Story of the Special Forces Desperadoes of WWII by Damien Lewis
Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Guy Ritchie, Chad Oman, Ivan Atkinson, John Friedberg
Starring Henry Cavill, Eiza González, Alan Ritchson, Alex Pettyfer, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Babs Olusanmokun, Henrique Zaga, Til Schweiger, Henry Golding, Cary Elwes
Cinematography : Ed Wild
Edited by James Herbert
Music by Christopher Benstead
Production companies : Black Bear Pictures, Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Toff Guy Films
Distributed by Lionsgate (United States), Black Bear UK (United Kingdom)
Release date : April 19, 2024 (United States)