The anticipation forSteve McQueen’s next historical drama is growing. Starring Oscar nomineeSaoirse Ronanas a mother searching for her son during one of history’s most tumultuous periods,Blitzhas all eyes on it. The heart-wrenching drama has unveiled its first trailer and it is equal parts distressing and thrilling. The movie has done some rounds of film festivals and with the trailer, it’s clear thatBlitzis worth all the buzz surrounding it.
The trailer sees a young boy, George, walking alone in the underground tunnels as bombing rages on the surface. He’s found by a police officer as he’s barely navigating the war-torn city. Like many parents during WWII,George’s mom had tried to send him away to safety, but he never reached his destination. Upon knowing her child is missing,Geroge’s mother takes it upon herself to find him. The trailer will give fans all the chills. A lost child’s confusion is doubled down with the world collapsing around him as the audience and his mother both worry for his safety.
What Is ‘Blitz’ About?
Set in the backdrop of World War II,Blitzfollows a nine-year-old George, who is evacuated to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to escape the bombings. When he goes missing, determined to return to his family,George embarks on a journey back homeas his mother searches for him. While not much is known about the feature, the trailer shows the resilience of Londoners, who were living under constant attacks, as well as of George and his mother who will go to any length to reunite. How the story unfolds remains to be seen.
Along with Ronan as Rita andElliot Heffernanas her son George, the movie also castsLeigh Gillas Mickey Davis,Harris Dickinsonas Jack,Erin Kellymanas Doris,Stephen Grahamas Albert, andPaul Welleras Gerald. Further rounding off the cast areKathy Burkeas Beryl,Benjamin Clementineas Ife,Mica Rickettsas Jess,CJ Beckfordas Marcus,Alex Jenningsas Victor Smythe,Joshua McGuireas Clive,Hayley Squiresas Tilda, andSally Messhamas Agnes.
Blitzwill make its North American premiere on October 10 at New York Film Festival followed by atheatrical release in select theaters on November 1 and will hit Apple TV+ on November 22. You can check out the new trailer above and get more details about the film with our guidehere.
In Blitz (2024), set during World War II, a diverse group of Londoners struggles to survive the relentless German bombing campaign. Their intertwined stories reflect resilience, courage, and humanity amid wartime chaos, as they navigate personal and collective challenges while striving to maintain hope and unity.
