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The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is a 2024 action film directed by Guy Ritchie, starring Henry Cavill and others. It is a heavily fictionalized account of Operation Postmaster, based on the book Churchill's Secret Warriors by Damien Lewis. The film depicts the exploits of a Special Operations Executive team during World War II, operating under the direction of Winston Churchill.

1941: Operation Postmaster Initiation

In 1941, during World War II, Brigadier Colin Gubbins, with Winston Churchill's backing, initiated Operation Postmaster, a sabotage mission against Nazi U-boat resupply efforts.

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1945: Lassen's Death

In 1945, Lassen, who participated in raids outside the group, died.

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2014: Book Release

In 2014, Damien Lewis released the book "Churchill's Secret Warriors: The Explosive True Story of the Special Forces Desperadoes of WWII," which served as the basis for the film.

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2015: Paramount Acquires Book Rights

In 2015, Paramount Pictures acquired the rights to Damien Lewis's book, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: How Churchill's Secret Warriors Set Europe Ablaze and Gave Birth to Modern Black Ops".

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February 2021: Guy Ritchie Signs On To Direct

In February 2021, Guy Ritchie signed on to direct "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare".

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October 2022: Henry Cavill and Eiza González Cast

In October 2022, Henry Cavill and Eiza González were cast to star in "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare".

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February 13, 2023: Principal Photography Begins

On February 13, 2023, principal photography began in Antalya, Turkey, for "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare".

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February 2023: Additional Casting Announced

In February 2023, additional casting was announced for "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare", including Alan Ritchson, Henry Golding, Alex Pettyfer, and Cary Elwes.

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April 2023: Principal Photography Wraps

In April 2023, principal photography wrapped up for "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare".

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April 13, 2024: Film Premiere in New York

On April 13, 2024, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" premiered in New York.

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April 19, 2024: United States Film Release

On April 19, 2024, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" was released in the United States.

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May 10, 2024: Premium Video on Demand Release

On May 10, 2024, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" was released on premium video on demand services.

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June 25, 2024: DVD, Blu-ray, and Ultra HD Blu-ray Release

On June 25, 2024, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" was released on DVD, Blu-ray, and Ultra HD Blu-ray by Lionsgate Home Entertainment.

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2024: Film Release

In 2024, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," an action film directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Henry Cavill, was released.

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2024: Lionsgate Acquires Distribution Rights

In 2024, Lionsgate acquired U.S. distribution rights to "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" from Paramount, with plans for a wide release.

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2025: Saturn Awards Nomination

In 2025, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" was nominated for a Saturn Award.

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