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Henry Cavill's 'Argylle' Secures Theatrical Release with Apple and Universal

Henry Cavill's 'Argylle' Secures Theatrical Release with Apple and Universal
Published 2 years ago on Jun 16, 2023

Apple Original Films has partnered with Universal for the release of this action-packed film, marking another significant move by Apple to prioritize theatrical distribution before its streaming debut. 

Apple has been making strategic decisions to grant select films a theatrical window prior to their availability on its streaming service. This approach allows major theater chains to showcase these films, as they generally require an exclusive window of around 35 to 40 days. Apple's collaboration with Sony resulted in Ridley Scott's "Napoleon" hitting theaters this Thanksgiving, and Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon" is scheduled for an October 6 release through Paramount. 

Traditionally, streaming platforms have been hesitant to provide films with a theatrical release. However, the landscape is evolving, and Amazon recently released Ben Affleck's "Air" in theaters before its streaming debut. 

"Argylle," a thrilling spy drama, is helmed by director Matthew Vaughn and produced under his MARV banner. The screenplay, penned by Jason Fuchs, promises an intriguing story based on an unpublished novel by a debut author named Elly Conway, adding an air of mystery to the project. 

In addition to Henry Cavill, the star-studded cast of "Argylle" includes Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, John Cena, Dua Lipa, Ariana DeBose, and Samuel L. Jackson. 

The February 2, 2024 release date of "Argylle" will see it sharing the spotlight with Warner Bros.' mobster movie "Wise Guys," starring Robert De Niro, and Lionsgate's horror feature "Imaginary." The film is produced by Cloudy Productions and Adam Bohling, David Reid, and Jason Fuchs. Executive producers include Zygi Kamasa, Carlos Peres, Claudia Vaughn, and Adam Fishbach. 

During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter in 2021, director Matthew Vaughn expressed his discussions with Apple about a potential theatrical component for "Argylle." At that time, the industry was facing the challenges posed by the pandemic, and the concept of streaming platforms exploring traditional theatrical releases had not yet fully materialized. Vaughn emphasized Apple's belief in the power of cinema and his own passion for the theatrical experience. He hinted at a unique and innovative approach to releasing "Argylle" that would align with the film's distinctive qualities. 

Fans can now eagerly anticipate the global theatrical release of "Argylle," as Apple continues to forge new paths in the evolving landscape of film distribution.

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