Darkest Hour

"Never never never surrender"

Dec 22 2017 PG-13 2h 5m
Biography, Drama, Family

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.

Plot

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.

Written by

Anthony McCarten

Directed by

Joe Wright

Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

Working Title Films, Perfect World Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

Won 2 Oscars. 54 wins & 81 nominations total

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75
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