Arthur's Whisky
| Arthur's Whiskey | |
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| Directed by | Stephen Cookson |
| Screenplay by | Alexis Zegerman |
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| Cinematography | David Mackie |
| Edited by | William Webb |
| Music by | David Newman |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
Arthur's Whiskey is an upcoming British comedy film starring Diane Keaton, Patricia Hodge and Lulu. It is directed and produced by Stephen Cookson from a script by Alexis Zegerman. It will premiere in the UK on Sky Cinema on 1 January 2024.
Premise
Recently widowed Joan (Hodge) discovers that her invented an Elixir of Eternal Youth and shares it two friends Linda (Keaton) and Susan (Lulu). However, are the three women still equipped to be youthful in the modern world?[1][2]
Cast
- Diane Keaton as Linda
- Genevieve Gaunt as young Linda
- Patricia Hodge as Joan
- Esme Lonsdale as young Joan
- Lulu as Susan
- Hannah Howland as young Susan
- David Harewood as Hal
- Hayley Mills
- Bill Patterson
- Adil Ray
- Jaime Winstone as Sharon
- Joanna David as Rachel
- Lawrence Chaney as himself
- Boy George as himself
Production
The film is produced by Stephen Cookson and Peter Keegan at CK Films and Pippa Cross at CrossDay Productions. Cookson also directs. The script is written by Alexis Zegerman.[3][4]
Casting
Diane Keaton was linked with the film in January 2023.[5] In May 2023, Patricia Hodge, Lulu, David Harewood as well as Lawrence Chaney and Boy George were added to the cast.[6][7]
Filming
Principal photography took place in 2023 with filming locations including Walton-on-Thames, in England.[8][9]
Release
It will premiere in the UK on Sky Cinema on 1 January 2024.[10]
References
- ^ Ritman, Alex (May 3, 2023). "Diane Keaton to Lead Comedy 'Arthur's Whiskey' Alongside Patricia Hodge, David Harewood". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ "First Look of Arthur's Whisky, a coming-of-age story with a twist starring Diane Keaton, Patricia Hodge and Lulu". SkyGROUP. May 17, 2023. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ "Arthur's Whiskey". Comedy.co.uk. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Ntim, Zac (May 3, 2023). "Boy George, David Harewood, Lulu & Patricia Hodge Join Diane Keaton In 'Arthur's Whisky'; Arclight To Launch Sales At Cannes". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Hopewell, John (January 10, 2023). "Jon Hamm, Vanessa Hudgens, Diane Keaton Movies from SPI International Swooped on by EO Media (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Macdonald, Siobahn (May 23, 2023). "Lulu, Lawrence Chaney and Boy George to star in Arthur's Whiskey alongside Diane Keaton". Daily Record.
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (May 3, 2023). "Diane Keaton, Boy George, Lulu, David Harewood, Patricia Hodge in 'Arthur's Whisky': Arclight Films to Launch Sales at Cannes". Variety. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Galuppo, Mia (May 16, 2023). "Diane Keaton Finds the Secret of Youth in 'Arthur's Whiskey' First-Look Image". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Shoard, Catherine (May 5, 2023). "'God, life is so strange': Diane Keaton on dogs, doors, wine and why she's 'really fancy". The Guardian. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Hibbs, James (December 5, 2023). "Sky confirms Christmas 2023 TV schedule including The Lazarus Project". Radio Times. Retrieved September 6, 2023.
