Blitz
“A boy's journey. A mother's love. Miles of burning city between them.”
Synopsis
In World War II London, nine-year-old George is evacuated to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to escape the bombings. Defiant and determined to return to his family, George embarks on an epic, perilous journey back home as Rita searches for him.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-09-19
Top Cast
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Elliott Heffernan
George
Saoirse Ronan
Rita
Benjamin Clementine
Ife
Paul Weller
Gerald
Stephen Graham
Albert
Harris Dickinson
Jack
Kathy Burke
Beryl
Leigh Gill
Michael Davies
Mica Ricketts
Jess
CJ Beckford
Marcus
Alex Jennings
Victor Smythe
Joshua McGuire
Clive
Hayley Squires
Tilda
Erin Kellyman
Doris
Sally Messham
Agnes
Josef Altin
Harvey
Sandra Huggett
Sarah
Thea Achillea
Cathy
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 20 DaysBritish Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 1, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 21, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve McQueen
- Screenplay & Story
- Steve McQueen
- Original Score
- Hans Zimmer
- Original Title
- Blitz
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Working Title, New Regency Pictures, Apple Studios, Lammas Park
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve McQueen
Steve McQueen
Hans Zimmer
Yorick Le Saux
Peter Sciberras
Yariv Milchan, Tim Bevan, Steve McQueen, Eric Fellner, Anita Overland
Department Leadership Roster
Yariv Milchan
Producer
Steve McQueen
Director
Steve McQueen
Screenplay
Tim Bevan
Producer
Steve McQueen
Producer
Eric Fellner
Producer
Lee Morrison
Stunt Coordinator
Anita Overland
Producer
Adam Stockhausen
Production Design
Arnon Milchan
Producer
Michael Schaefer
Producer
Yorick Le Saux
Director of Photography
Hans Zimmer
Original Music Composer
Adam Somner
Producer
Jacqueline Durran
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Discrimination • Threat • Stressful Scenes
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blitz
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blitz about?
In World War II London, nine-year-old George is evacuated to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to escape the bombings. Defiant and determined to return to his family, George embarks on an epic, perilous journey back home as Rita searches for him.
Who directed Blitz?
Blitz was directed by Steve McQueen.
Who stars in Blitz?
The principal cast of Blitz includes Elliott Heffernan, Saoirse Ronan, Benjamin Clementine, Paul Weller, Stephen Graham.
When was Blitz released and how long is it?
Blitz was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Blitz?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blitz was composed by Hans Zimmer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blitz?
Blitz holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); IN: U/A 16+; US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).