Darkest Hour

Darkest Hour

Never give up. Never give in.

All ages 2017 · 125 min · ★ 7.4 (6K) · Drama, History

In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.

Directed by Joe Wright · Written by Anthony McCarten

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