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Duration
125 minutes

Quick Summary

Period drama, starring Gary Oldman

About This Program

May 1940. As the Nazis advance against Britain's European allies, newly elected prime minister Winston Churchill must decide whether to leave neighbouring countries to their fate, by striking a peace deal with Hitler, or fight on against terrifying odds for the greater good. Double Oscar and Bafta-winning period drama, starring Gary Oldman, Lily James and Kristin Scott Thomas

Darkest Hour broadcasts on Sky Cinema Drama at 4:15pm, Saturday, 3 January 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)

Channel Numbers:
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Production Details

Year2017
Runtime122 mins
DirectorJoe Wright

Cast & Crew

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Joe WrightDirector
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Ben Mendelsohnas King George VI
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Samuel Westas Sir Anthony Eden
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Gary Oldmanas Winston Churchill
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Lily Jamesas Elizabeth Layton
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Stephen Dillaneas Viscount Halifax
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Ronald Pickupas Neville Chamberlain