Darkest Hour

20172017
PG-13PG-13
2h 5min

Gary Oldman in Darkest Hour (2017)

This true story begins at the precipice of World War II as, within days of becoming Prime Minister of Great Britain, Winston Churchill (Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman) must face one of his most turbulent and defining trials: exploring a negotiated peace treaty with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for the ideals, liberty and freedom of a nation. As the unstoppable Nazi forces roll across Western Europe and the threat of invasion is imminent, and with an unprepared public, a skeptical King, and his own party plotting against him, Churchill must withstand his darkest hour, rally a nation, and attempt to change the course of world history.

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In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire... Read allIn May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.

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Won 2 Oscars
- 53 wins & 80 nominations total

Lily James in Darkest Hour (2017)

Lily James in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman and Ben Mendelsohn in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman, Ronald Pickup, and Samuel West in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman and James Eeles in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman and Kristin Scott Thomas in Darkest Hour (2017)

Gary Oldman in Darkest Hour (2017)

Kristin Scott Thomas in Darkest Hour (2017)

Winston Churchillas Winston Churchill

Elizabeth Laytonas Elizabeth Layton

Kristin Scott Thomas

Clemmieas Clemmie

King George VIas King George VI

Neville Chamberlainas Neville Chamberlain

Stephen Dillane

Viscount Halifaxas Viscount Halifax

Sir John Simonas Sir John Simon

Sir Anthony Edenas Sir Anthony Eden

David Schofield

Clement Atleeas Clement Atlee

Richard Lumsden

General Ismayas General Ismay

General Ironsideas General Ironside

Arthur Greenwoodas Arthur Greenwood

Benjamin Whitrow

Sir Samuel Hoareas Sir Samuel Hoare

John Evansas John Evans

Air Chief Marshal Dowdingas Air Chief Marshal Dowding
(as Adrian Rawlings)

Admiral Ramsayas Admiral Ramsay

Admiral Dudley Poundas Admiral Dudley Pound

David Strathairn

President Rooseveltas President Roosevelt
(voice)

Through the Lens of 'Darkest Hour' Director Joe Wright

Through the Lens of 'Darkest Hour' Director Joe Wright

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During World War II, as Adolf Hitler's powerful Wehrmacht rampages across Europe, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Neville Chamberlain, is forced to resign, recommending Winston Churchill as his replacement. But even in his early days as the country's leader, Churchill is under pressure to commence peace negotiations with Hitler or to fight head-on the seemingly invincible Nazi regime, whatever the cost. However difficult and dangerous his decision may be, Churchill has no choice but to shine in the country's darkest hour. —Nick Riganas

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Taglines
- Never, never, never surrender.
Genres
Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
- Rated PG-13 for some thematic material
Parents guide

Trivia
Gary Oldman spent a year studying Winston Churchill and his mannerisms before starting on this movie.

Goofs
Blackout restrictions were imposed starting in September 1939 and strictly enforced, requiring all vehicles to be fitted with slotted covers that only allowed a tiny sliver of light to be directed downwards toward the road. However, all the vehicles in the street scenes had fully exposed headlights.

Quotes
Winston Churchill: You can not reason with a tiger when your head is in its mouth.

Crazy credits
At the end of the closing credits the Big Ben clock is heard striking.

Connections
Featured in CTV National News: Episode dated 7 September 2017 (2017)

Top review

8/10

Fantastic Performance

It is impressive how The World War II can still produce great films after almost eighty year. "Darkest Hour" is an example, showing the biography of Winston Churchill in 1940 when Hitler was invading and dominating the Western Europe. But the film works mainly because of the fantastic performance of Gary Oldman. It is amazing how this actor incorporates the image we have of the great British leader in archival footages. Gary Oldman really deserves the Oscar! Kristin Scott Thomas is also impressive in the role of Churchill's beloved wife Clemmie. My vote is eight.

Title (Brazil): "O Destino de uma Nação" ("The Fate of a Nation")

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Budget
- $30,000,000 (estimated)
Gross US & Canada
- $56,468,410
Opening weekend US & Canada
- $175,006
- Nov 26, 2017
Gross worldwide
- $150,847,274

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Runtime
- 2h 5min
Color
- Color
Sound mix
- Dolby Atmos
Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1

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