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Cold War Spy Comedy: US Pilot Meets Ex-KGB Agent
4 Feb
Summary
- A U.S. Navy pilot goes behind enemy lines during the Cold War.
- He teams up with a gruff ex-KGB agent with a love for American culture.
- The film is a genre-bending, action-packed buddy comedy.

The upcoming film, premiering September 4th on Apple, is described as a genre-bending, action-packed buddy comedy. It centers on Lieutenant Troy "Assassin" Kelly, a U.S. Navy pilot sent on a top-secret mission into Russian territory during the Cold War.
When the operation goes awry, Troy finds himself stranded behind enemy lines. He is discovered by Nikolai Ustinov, a gruff ex-KGB agent with an unexpected fondness for American culture. What follows is an unlikely alliance that could lead to Troy's rescue.
Directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the movie also features Marcin Dorocinski, Maria Bakalova, and David Morse. This project is part of Skydance Media's ongoing collaboration with Apple, which has previously yielded other films.
Ryan Reynolds serves as an executive producer and stars in the film. Kenneth Branagh, known for his directorial work, also appears on screen in this latest offering. The film promises a unique take on the spy thriller genre.




