The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

"Discover the first special forces mission in history."

2024 2h 0m EN

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★7.0TMDB · 2,125

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During World War II, the British Army assigns a group of competent soldiers to carry out a mission against the Nazi forces behind enemy lines... A true story about a secret British WWII organization — the Special Operations Executive. Founded by Winston Churchill, their irregular warfare against the Germans helped to change the course of the war, and gave birth to modern black operations.

“Discover the first special forces mission in history.”

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Cast

Henry Cavill
Gus March-Phillips
Eiza González
Marjorie Stewart
Alan Ritchson
Anders Lassen
Henry Golding
Freddy Alvarez
Cary Elwes
Brigadier Gubbins 'M'
Alex Pettyfer
Geoffrey Appleyard
Babs Olusanmokun
Heron
Hero Fiennes Tiffin
Henry Hayes

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Guy Ritchie
Writers: Paul Tamasy, Eric Johnson, Guy Ritchie
Languages: German, Spanish, English, Yoruba, Italian
Countries: United Kingdom, United States of America

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MONEY

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Mid-budget at $60M — the now-extinct middle tier of Hollywood.

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MONEY

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Earned back only 50% of its budget on initial theatrical — a commercial disappointment on release.

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3 / 8

ERA

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Released 2 years ago.

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4 / 8

WORLD

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Dialogue crosses 5 languages: German, Spanish, English, Yoruba, Italian.

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5 / 8

WORLD

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International production across 2 countries: United Kingdom, United States of America.

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CAST

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417+ people credited in cast and crew — a small city's worth of labour.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Guy Ritchie, shot by Ed Wild. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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8 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Original score by Chris Benstead. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Guy Ritchie directs. Ed Wild behind the camera. Chris Benstead scores. James Herbert cuts. A commercial under-performer on release. Produced in United Kingdom, United States of America. Dialogue in German, Spanish, English, Yoruba, Italian.

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1Mid-budget at $60M — the now-extinct middle tier of Hollywood.
2Earned back only 50% of its budget on initial theatrical — a commercial disappointment on release.
3Released 2 years ago.
4Dialogue crosses 5 languages: German, Spanish, English, Yoruba, Italian.
5International production across 2 countries: United Kingdom, United States of America.
6417+ people credited in cast and crew — a small city's worth of labour.
7Directed by Guy Ritchie, shot by Ed Wild. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
8Original score by Chris Benstead. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
9Editor James Herbert shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
10Henry Cavill and Eiza González and Alan Ritchson carry the top of the cast.
11Marketing tagline: "Discover the first special forces mission in history.".
12IMDB entry: tt5177120 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
13Classified under 18 themes, including "casino", "based on novel or book", "nazi", "world war ii".
14Released under 13 different titles around the world.

The technical file

Cinematography: Ed Wild
Original score: Chris Benstead
Editing: James Herbert
Production design: Martyn John
Makeup / hair: Dursun Capkin
VFX supervisor: Marco Rolandi
Sound: Ben Chick
Stunt coordinator: Shohrat Haitov
Runtime: 120 min · 2h 0m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Budget: $60,000,000
Box office: $29,768,915
Return: 50% of budget
Original language: EN
Certification (US): R
IMDB: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (2024)

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MovieGuys2024-05-10
★ 1/10
A woke dumpster fire, that turns the memory of brave men, like my uncle who fought and in many cases died, as he did, during WWII, into ugly caricatures. Backed up by a moronic back story and villains who are little more than clay pigeon's, that is,bullet magnets. I wont say more, this thing simply doesn't deserve it.
TheSceneSnobs2024-07-09
★ 6/10
I was pleasantly surprised by The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Guy Ritchie crafts an intriguing story about Winston Churchill’s team of highly skilled misfit soldiers recruited for the dirtiest missions against the Germans. This film combines historical drama with Ritchie's signature style, resulting in an engaging and action-packed experience. Henry Cavill stands out as the deranged leader of this unorthodox team, delivering a performance that balances madness with a fierce sense of duty. His character's unpredictable nature keeps the audience on edge. Cavill stands out as the deranged leader of this unorthodox team, delivering a performance that balances madness with a fierce sense of duty. His character's unpredictable nature keeps the audience on edge. Simultaneously, the subplot involving two Allied spies embedded within the German ranks adds an exciting layer of espionage. Babs Olusanmokun and Eiza González deliver fantastic performances, navigating the perilous environment with a blend of cunning and bravery. However, not all elements of the film work seamlessly. The scenes featuring Winston Churchill are notably weaker, often disrupting the narrative flow and diminishing the film’s intensity. These moments feel out of place, detracting from the otherwise tight and focused storytelling. On the technical front, the film excels with masterful cinematography and outstanding sound design. The visual style captures the gritty and chaotic nature of war while maintaining clarity during intense action sequences. The sound design immerses the audience in the film’s world, from the clamor of battle to the subtle tension of stealth operations. The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is a compelling addition to the war film genre, distinguished by its strong performances, engaging dual storylines, and technical prowess. While some scenes fall short, particularly those involving Winston Churchill, the film’s overall impact remains powerful. Guy Ritchie’s unique touch brings a fresh perspective to a historical narrative, making this film a must-watch for fans of action, history, and espionage.
Tourma2025-01-01
★ 9/10
"There's a lot of things you can do with a Nazi, and An Axe" ~William "B.J." Blazkowicz (Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus) I said that in reference to one scene in this movie, won't say which though. ~ .^ Guy Richie continues to expand his "Brits in violent situations that go sideways" genre to WW II. His fast dialog is not quite as verbose as in his older work, but it's still excellent. I like all of his movies, but this is up there on his more recent fare. Alan Ritchson playing a kinda dweeby, murderous Scandinavian is a highlight. In the vein of, if far more grounded than, Tarantino's Inglourious Basterds. A good vibe to go into 2025.