Argylle
| Argylle | |
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| Directed by | Matthew Vaughn |
| Screenplay by | Jason Fuchs |
| Based on | Argylle by Ellie Conway |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | George Richmond |
| Edited by | Lee Smith |
| Music by | Lorne Balfe |
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| Distributed by | Apple TV+ |
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| Language | English |
Argylle is an upcoming spy film directed and produced by Matthew Vaughn. Written and produced by Jason Fuchs, it is based on the upcoming novel of the same name by first-time author Ellie Conway. The film features an ensemble cast consisting of Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, Bryce Dallas Howard, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, John Cena, Samuel L. Jackson, and Dua Lipa.
Premise
The film follows Argylle, a world-class operative with amnesia tricked into believing they are a best-selling espionage novelist. Bryce Dallas Howard is set to portray the lead character, with Sam Rockwell as her love interest and Samuel L. Jackson as a rogue agent trying to expose "the corruption within the clandestine spy network."[1]
Cast
- Henry Cavill
- Sam Rockwell
- Bryce Dallas Howard
- Bryan Cranston
- Catherine O'Hara
- John Cena
- Samuel L. Jackson
- Dua Lipa
Production
In June 2021, it was announced that Matthew Vaughn would direct and produce Argylle through this production banner Marv Studios.[2] In July 2021, it was reported that the British-American project would be written by Jason Fuchs as an adaptation of the 2022 novel of the same name by first-time author Ellie Conway, with Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, Bryce Dallas Howard, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, John Cena, and Samuel L. Jackson joining the cast.[3] Dua Lipa is set to make her acting debut on Argylle, and will also provide original music for the title track and score.[4] In August, the distribution rights to the film were sold to Apple TV+ for $200 million.[5]
Principal photography began in London with cinematographer George Richmond in August 2021, and will take place across various locations in Europe.[2][6][7][8]
References
- ^ Katz, Brandon (July 7, 2021). "'Kingsman' Director Matthew Vaughn Assembles Cast for New Spy Thriller (Exclusive)". The Observer. Archived from the original on August 3, 2021. Retrieved August 3, 2021.
- ^ a b Marc, Christopher (June 1, 2021). "Exclusive: Director Matthew Vaughn's Next Film Will Be 'Argyle' For Marv Films". The Ronin. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (July 8, 2021). "Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, Bryce Dallas Howard, Bryan Cranston, Dua Lipa, Samuel L. Jackson, John Cena, Catherine O'Hara Set For New Matthew Vaughn Spy Franchise 'Argylle'". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ "Dua Lipa to Make Acting Debut in All-Star Spy Thriller 'Argylle'". The Hollywood Reporter. July 8, 2021. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Kroll, Justin; Fleming, Mike Jr. (August 4, 2021). "Apple Lands Matthew Vaughn's Star-Studded Spy Film 'Argylle' In Massive Package Deal". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on August 4, 2021. Retrieved August 4, 2021.
- ^ Yossman, K.J. (July 8, 2021). "Henry Cavill, Samuel L. Jackson, Bryce Dallas Howard Among A-List Cast for Matthew Vaughn's Spy Thriller 'Argylle'". Variety. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
- ^ Daniels, Nia (August 23, 2021). "Henry Cavill begins UK shoot on Apple spy thriller Argylle, from Matthew Vaughn". Kemps Film and TV Production Services Handbook. Retrieved August 27, 2021.
- ^ Weintraub, Steve (August 26, 2021). "John Cena on 'Vacation Friends,' Balancing the Crazy with Heart, and Matthew Vaughn's Spy Movie 'Argylle'". Collider. Archived from the original on August 27, 2021. Retrieved August 27, 2021.
