Key Takeaways:
– Award-winning director Guy Ritchie has multiple projects in line, including the movie ‘Wife & Dog’.
– ‘Wife & Dog’ stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike, and Anthony Hopkins.
– Filming for ‘Wife & Dog’ will commence in February.
– The film is set in the combative world of the English aristocracy.
– Ritchie takes on multiple roles serving as scriptwriter and director.
Is there an award for the busiest director in Hollywood? If so, Guy Ritchie surely deserves it. This year, Ritchie not only released the blockbuster hit, ‘The League of Ungentlemanly Warfare’, but also presented a fantastic TV adaptation of ‘The Gentlemen’. Plus, he wrapped up two films for the coming 2025 – ‘In The Grey’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Henry Cavill, and ‘Fountain of Youth’ featuring Natalie Portman and John Krasinski.
On top of that, Ritchie’s working on two TV series, ‘Young Sherlock’ for Prime Video and ‘The Associates’ for Paramount Plus. Can you keep up? No break for this prolific director as he adds another movie to his upcoming roster next year: ‘Wife & Dog’. And guess what? Renowned actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike, and Anthony Hopkins are on board for this exciting project!
Breaking Ground with ‘Wife & Dog’
Thanks to the film’s financiers, BlackBear, it’s confirmed that shooting for ‘Wife & Dog’ will start in February. Ever the multitasker, Ritchie is taking multiple hats as the movie’s writer and director. The film is based in the intriguing universe of English aristocracy, filled with back-stabbing politics and power play; a familiar realm for Ritchie as seen in his previous works.
Remember the Gentlemen’s success on Netflix? Of course, you do! It was one of the platform’s biggest hits in 2024, with its second season still on the horizon. Looks like Ritchie loves this playground too, and ‘Wife & Dog’ takes us back to this fascinating world.
Ritchie’s Signature Approach to Filmmaking
Remarkably, Ritchie’s filmmaking strategy has an interesting edge. He has a knack for balancing his workload between TV and film projects, managing both directing and writing roles. Sounds like a lot of work, right? But, he’s not slowing down.
Another notable thing about Ritchie is his clever approach to securing funds for his films. How does he do this? He usually negotiates territory rights for eventual release, with streaming rights usually a significant part of the deal. For example, ‘The League of Ungentlemanly Warfare’ was a Prime Video original in most areas outside the U.S. Talk about smart moves!
Noteworthy Collaborations
Marking a first in Ritchie’s extensive career, ‘Wife & Dog’ will be his inaugural collaboration with acting heavyweights Benedict Cumberbatch and Anthony Hopkins. Meanwhile, Rosamund Pike is partnering with the director again, following her role in the upcoming ‘In The Grey’, set to be released on January 17th, 2025.
Hard to believe, right? Guy Ritchie is indeed in a league of his own, juggling multiple projects simultaneously and showing no signs of slowing down. As fans, we can only wait excitedly for all these promising projects to grace our screens in due time. Stay tuned for more updates on Guy Ritchie’s busy Hollywood schedule!
