Focus Features has released the official trailer for "The Uprising," a historical drama starring Andrew Garfield [1].
The film brings a significant period of social unrest to the screen, dramatizing the struggle between the working class and the monarchy. By focusing on the 1381 Peasants' Revolt, the production explores themes of class warfare, and systemic oppression during the Middle Ages [1, 3].
Set in England, the movie depicts the 1381 [1] revolt against the Crown forces. The narrative centers on the tension between the insurgent peasants and the monarchy, specifically the 14-year-old King Richard II [1]. Andrew Garfield leads the cast as a primary figure in the uprising, while Woody Norman portrays the young king [1, 2].
Director Paul Greengrass helms the project, bringing his characteristic style to the historical conflict [1]. The ensemble cast also includes Jamie Bell, Tom Hollander, and Jonny Lee Miller [1, 2]. The trailer, which was posted to YouTube, highlights the scale of the conflict and the volatility of the era [2].
The production aims to capture the visceral nature of the rebellion, which was one of the most significant popular uprisings in English history. The film tracks the escalation of violence and the political maneuvers used by both the rebels and the royal court to maintain or seize power [3].
Focus Features has scheduled the film for a theatrical release on Sept. 11, 2026 [2].
“The movie depicts the 1381 revolt against the Crown forces.”
The release of 'The Uprising' marks a high-profile cinematic return to the 14th century, utilizing a well-known lead actor and a director known for tension to examine the origins of class conflict. By centering the plot on a 14-year-old monarch, the film highlights the vulnerability of the English state during the Peasants' Revolt and the fragility of royal authority during periods of extreme social volatility.
