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Reynolds & Branagh: Cold War comedy duo
1 Sep
Summary
- Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh star in 'Mayday'.
- Film premieres globally on Apple TV+ on September 4, 2026.
- It's a Cold War action-comedy about an unlikely alliance.
The upcoming action-comedy "Mayday" will feature a distinctive pairing of Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh. This Apple Original Film is scheduled for a global release on September 4, 2026, exclusively on Apple TV+.
Set during the 1980s Cold War, the story centers on Lieutenant Troy "Assassin" Kelly, portrayed by Reynolds. Kelly, a U.S. Navy pilot, finds himself stranded deep in Russian territory after a classified mission goes awry.
His only hope for survival comes from an unexpected alliance with Nikolai Ustinov, played by Branagh, a former KGB agent with a peculiar interest in American culture. Despite their opposing backgrounds, they must collaborate to escape Soviet forces.
Directed and produced by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, the film promises a blend of spy action, survival elements, and humor. It carries a PG-13 rating for its depiction of violence, action, language, and suggestive content, with a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.
