Words of War Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Mar. 20, 2025

Words of War

Release Date: Friday, May 2, 2025 Limited

Starring: Maxine Peake • Ciaran Hinds • Jason Isaacs • Ian Hart • Ellie Bamber

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5 / 5.0

87% WILL SEE 13% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: Journalist Anna Politkovskaya’s brave crusade, fighting to be an independent voice of truth for the Russian people, puts her own life in jeopardy. Anna's voice was silenced but her legacy lives on. Anna's story serves as a reminder of the dangers that journalists face and the importance of protecting their right to report the news without fear of death or reprisal.

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Production – What we know about the Words of War

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Mar 2025

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Parent Rating: N/A Not available
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Language: English

Words of War Trailers and Clips

Words of War

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Words of War Release Date: When was the film released?

Words of War was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, May 2 , 2025. There were 16 16 other movies released on the same date, including Thunderbolts*, Rust and A Desert. As a limited release, Words of War was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.

The estimated home release date for Words of War is currently being determined. Stay tuned!