Alex Garland’s upcoming war thriller Warfare is set to continue his streak of gripping and intense storytelling, following the success of Civil War in 2024. A24 has now unveiled a sneak peek into the film, highlighting the raw and visceral approach taken by Garland and his co-director, Ray Mendoza, to bring authenticity to the screen.
Set for release on April 11, Warfare is based on Mendoza’s real experiences as an Iraq War veteran in 2006. His firsthand knowledge adds a layer of realism that aims to both captivate audiences and pay tribute to the soldiers on whom the film is based. With Garland’s reputation for blending high-concept narratives with grounded performances, expectations are high for this new entry into the war genre.
The film features a stellar ensemble cast, with Joseph Quinn leading the charge as Sam. Quinn, best known for Stranger Things, is also set to make his MCU debut later this year in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. He is joined by Noah Centineo (The Recruit), Cosmo Jarvis (Shōgun), Kit Connor (Heartstopper), and Will Poulter (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3), ensuring a dynamic range of performances to match the film’s intensity.
A24 continues to solidify its reputation as a powerhouse studio. While Civil War became the second-highest-grossing film in the company’s history, 2024 also saw notable box office successes with Babygirl starring Nicole Kidman, Heretic led by Hugh Grant, and We Live in Time featuring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh. Each of these films cracked the studio’s top 15 highest-grossing movies, further cementing A24’s influence in independent cinema.
As Warfare gears up for its release, anticipation is building for another thought-provoking and visually arresting experience from Garland. The sneak peek teases an uncompromising look at modern warfare, one that promises both high-stakes action and a poignant human story at its core.
