Sony Pictures and Apple Original Films have premiered the second official trailer for Ridley Scott’s historical epic “Napoleon” ahead of its release next month.
The large-scale film details the checkered rise and fall of the iconic French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar-winner Joaquin Phoenix.
The story captures Bonaparte’s relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his one true love, Josephine (Vanessa Kirby), showcasing his visionary military and political tactics.
The official synopsis boasts some of the “most dynamic practical battle sequences ever filmed.” The project will sport six major battles across the theatrical cut of the film.
Tahar Rahim, Ben Miles, Ludivine Sagnier, Matthew Needham, Youssef Kerkour, Youssef Kerkour and Ian McNeice co-star with Kirby replacing Jodie Comer.
Sony will handle the 2.5-hour film’s exclusive theatrical run starting November 22nd. The movie is expected to premiere at a later date sometime in 2024 on the Apple TV+ service alongside an over four-hour long director’s cut.
