Focus Features has unveiled the first trailer for “The Uprising,” a 14th-century historical drama directed by Paul Greengrass. The film stars Andrew Garfield as Wat Tyler, the legendary leader associated with the English Peasants’ Revolt of 1381. Across the outlets, the story is described as a rebellion against the crown, presented in the context of King Richard II and England under severe strain. Multiple descriptions link the unrest to harsh conditions and pressures such as extreme taxation and broader social and political instability. The trailer frames Tyler’s rise from peasant origins into a prominent figure as “war burns across England,” with the movement forming an “army of the people” to confront the King. The release date is cited as September 11 in coverage from Deadline and Times of India. Additional cast details vary by outlet, but several mention an ensemble including Jamie Bell, Stephen Dillane, Tom Hollander, Cosmo Jarvis, Thomasin McKenzie, Jonny Lee Miller, and others. Overall, the sources characterize the film as a sweeping, intense depiction of a defining moment of English radicalism.
Andrew Garfield Leads Revolt as Focus Features Releases ‘The Uprising’ Trailer
Focus Features has unveiled the first trailer for “The Uprising,” a 14th-century historical drama directed by Paul Greengrass. The film stars Andrew Garfield as Wat Tyler, the legendary leader associa...
- Focus Features releases the first trailer for “The Uprising,” directed by Paul Greengrass.
- Andrew Garfield stars as Wat Tyler, a central figure in the 1381 Peasants’ Revolt.
- The film depicts a rebellion against King Richard II amid turmoil in 14th-century England.
- Coverage ties the revolt to conditions including high taxation and broader social and political pressures.
- The film is scheduled to open in theaters on September 11.
Focus Features has unveiled the first trailer for ‘The Uprising’, offering a sweeping first look at Paul Greengrass’ historical epic with Andrew Garfield leading England’s legendary Peasants’ Revolt
1 month agoAndrew Garfield stars as Wat Tyler in 'The Uprising', a compelling portrayal of a peasant revolt against the tyranny of King Richard II. Set against a backdrop of extreme taxation, the film immerses viewers in the chaos of a desperate quest for justice and survival. With a trailer that teases intense drama, audiences are thrilled about Garfield's dynamic role. Don't miss its release in theaters on September eleventh.
1 month agoOscar-nominated actor stars as a legendary leader in Paul Greengrass’ 14th-century historical drama
1 month ago"It is time to set the world on fire." Focus Features has unveiled the first trailer for the epic historical action movie The Uprising, a tale of a uprising from the 14th Century. This is written and directed by English filmmaker Paul Greengrass, his latest since making News of the World and The Lost Bus most recently. In plague-ravaged 14th century England a farmer peasant triggers a rebellion against King Richard II and unintentionally becomes a legend of resistance. Andrew Garfield stars in this historical epic as Wat Tyler, a real folk hero from British history. During the English Peasants' Revolt in 1381, a farmer becomes a leader of the rebellion against the Crown. The revolt had various causes, including the socio-economic and political tensions generated by the Black Death in the 1340s, the high taxes resulting from the conflict with France during the Hundred Years' War, and instability within the local leadership of London. Also starring Jamie Bell, Stephen Dillane, Tom Hollander, Cosmo Jarvis, Thomasin McKenzie, Jonny Lee Miller, Woody Norman, Katherine Waterston, Stanley Townsend, Sky Yang, Jamie Maclachlan. This looks awesome! Wow! Did not see this coming. An inspiring revolutionary movie to kick off the fall! Let's go. Here's the first official trailer (+ poster) for Paul Greengrass' action thriller The Uprising, from YouTube: "There will be no […]
1 month agoFocus Features has unveiled the first trailer for The Uprising, its new drama on the English Peasants’ Revolt of 1381, directed by Paul Greengrass and starring Andrew Garfield. In the film, out September 11, Garfield plays Wat Tyler, the legendary leader of a ferocious rebellion against the tyranny of King Richard II. As war burns across […]
1 month agoDirected by Paul Greengrass, "The Uprising" follows one of the defining moments of English radicalism in history.
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