The Uprising Project Timeline
The verified chronological journey of the film’s development, casting, production, and release.
Initial Project Development & Concept Packaging
Paul Greengrass begins preliminary research and screenplay development on the 1381 Peasants' Revolt, working alongside producers Gregory Goodman, Lars Sylvest, and Joe Neurauter. Early trade reports occasionally reference working project codenames such as "The Hood" during pre-packaging.
Script Finalization & Production Partnerships
Greengrass completes the feature screenplay focusing on the gritty, unvarnished historical reality of 1381 England. FilmNation Entertainment and Jason Blum's Blumhouse join as producing and financing partners, confirming Focus Features as domestic distributor.
Major Casting Announcements & Official Title Confirmation
Andrew Garfield signs on to star as the lead commoner insurgent. The definitive title "The Uprising" is officially finalized, putting an end to past developmental working titles. British casting director Daniel Hubbard secures an elite ensemble including Jamie Bell, Stephen Dillane, Tom Hollander, Cosmo Jarvis, and Thomasin McKenzie.
Principal Photography Across the United Kingdom
Cameras roll under Director of Photography Pål Ulvik Rokseth on practical locations in Kent, Essex, and Northern England, staging visceral medieval village life, river crossings, and the historic fortress of the Tower of London.
Post-Production, Editorial & Score Composition
Oscar-winning film editor William Goldenberg and Academy Award-winning composer Volker Bertelmann (Hauschka) complete the film's pacing and visceral orchestral soundscape.
Official Trailer Premiere & Release Date Announcement
Focus Features unveils the teaser and official theatrical trailer worldwide, confirming September 11, 2026 as the exclusive North American theatrical premiere.
Worldwide Theatrical Release
The Uprising arrives in cinemas across North America, the UK, and international territories, followed by post-release reviews, box office tracking, and eventual licensed home entertainment windows.