Christopher Nolan’s WWII Movie Featuring ‘Peaky Blinders’ Stars Rises on VOD
Christopher Nolan’s acclaimed World War II film, starring three actors from "Peaky Blinders," is gaining renewed popularity on video-on-demand platforms.
Film Overview and Cast
In 2017, Nolan collaborated with Tom Hardy and Cillian Murphy—two notable "Peaky Blinders" actors—on Dunkirk, a gripping story about Allied soldiers trapped by the German army and their evacuation after a fierce battle. Barry Keoghan, who will soon appear in the "Peaky Blinders" Netflix spin-off The Immortal Man, also stars in the film.
Current Popularity and Availability
Eight years after its theatrical release, Dunkirk has surged back into the top 10 iTunes VOD charts in countries including Moldova, Slovenia, and Zimbabwe.
Critical and Commercial Success
Critically, the film was a major success upon release and maintains a Certified Fresh rating of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes from over 450 reviews. It also holds an 81% audience score on Popcornmeter.
Financially, Dunkirk earned $533 million worldwide on a $100 million budget, marking a significant box office achievement for Nolan.
Nolan’s Filmography Context
Dunkirk followed Nolan’s 2014 sci-fi hit, Interstellar, continuing to solidify his reputation as one of cinema’s greatest directors.
“Christopher Nolan has done more than enough to cement his status as one of the greatest directors of all time.”
Dunkirk remains a powerful example of Nolan's ability to blend critical acclaim with commercial success.
Author’s Summary: Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk, featuring key actors from "Peaky Blinders," continues to captivate audiences worldwide, affirming its lasting impact years after release.