Director Guy Ritchie is set to immerse himself once again in the world of British aristocracy with his upcoming film “Wife and Dog.” According to exclusive reports from Variety, Ritchie is gearing up to start filming in October, marking a return to the setting reminiscent of his previous works such as “The Gentlemen” spinoff series.
Produced under the banner of Black Bear, the same company behind Ritchie’s recent projects like “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” and Sydney Sweeney’s “Immaculate,” “Wife and Dog” is expected to showcase Ritchie’s signature style of storytelling, blending action, comedy, and colorful characters.
While specific details about the film remain scarce, it’s anticipated to feature the same elements of intrigue, betrayal, and vibrant personalities that have become synonymous with Ritchie’s work. The cast is currently being kept under wraps, although reports suggest that negotiations are underway with several high-profile actors.
In addition to directing, Ritchie has also written the screenplay for “Wife and Dog” and will produce alongside his longtime collaborator Ivan Atkinson and Black Bear’s John Friedberg. The project adds to Ritchie’s already busy schedule for 2024, which includes the release of “The Gentlemen” spinoff series and “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.”
Ritchie’s current endeavors also extend to other projects like “Fountain of Youth,” featuring John Krasinski and Natalie Portman, and “In the Grey,” a heist action movie reuniting him with Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill, and Eiza González. Lionsgate has expressed hopes for “In the Grey” to kickstart a potential franchise.
At Cannes Film Festival, “Wife and Dog” joins a lineup of highly anticipated projects seeking distribution deals, including David Michôd’s boxing biopic starring Sydney Sweeney and Olivia Wilde-led “I Want Your Sex” from Gregg Araki and Mahershala Ali. However, one of the most anticipated films drawing attention is Francis Ford Coppola’s “Megalopolis,” headlined by Adam Driver.
As details about “Wife and Dog” emerge, stay tuned to Collider for the latest updates. Meanwhile, fans can catch Ritchie’s previous works set in British aristocracy, such as “The Gentlemen” spinoff series, available for streaming on Netflix.
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