Darkest Hour (2017), a critically acclaimed World War 2 film starring Gary Oldman as Winston Churchill, is now available to stream on Amazon Prime in the UK. The film focuses on Churchill's efforts to rally the British people as Nazi Germany threatens invasion.
Plot and Cast
Set during the early days of World War 2, the film depicts Churchill facing pressure from within his cabinet to negotiate with Hitler. He must convince his colleagues and the public that they are fighting for the future of Western civilisation.
The cast includes Kristin Scott Thomas as Clementine Churchill, Lily James, Stephen Dillane, Ronald Pickup, and Ben Mendelsohn. Joe Wright directed from a screenplay by Anthony McCarten.
Critical Acclaim and Fan Reactions
Oldman's performance earned him the Best Actor Oscar, and the film also won for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. Fans have praised the film on Rotten Tomatoes, with one calling it "The greatest performance from one of the greatest living actors. Oldman is unbelievable, the story riveting, and important. I learned a lot and I am a history junkie. A masterpiece."
Another fan noted, "Gary Oldman gives an absolutely outstanding performance as Winston Churchill. This movie did a great job showing an important period in the beginning of the war & Oldman carries the film amazingly."
The film holds an 84% Certified Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes based on critic reviews, and an 83% Popcornmeter score from user ratings. It was added to Amazon Prime UK on Sunday, August 2, and is also available to buy or rent elsewhere.
