Darkest Hour

Theatrical - Limited 2017-11-22

Cast Gary Oldman Lily James Ben Mendelsohn Kristin Scott Thomas John Hurt
Directed by Joe Wright
Written by Anthony McCarten

Genres: Biography Drama

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Synopsis

During the early days of WWII, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the newly-appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler or fight on against incredible odds.

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