Young Washington
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| Directed by | Jon Erwin |
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| Cinematography | Kristopher Kimlin |
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| Distributed by | Angel Studios |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Young Washington is an upcoming American epic historical war drama film directed, produced, and co-written by Jon Erwin. It is based on the life of the first president of the United States, George Washington. William Franklyn-Miller stars as the titular character, alongside Mary-Louise Parker, Kelsey Grammer, Andy Serkis, and Ben Kingsley.
The film is scheduled to be released in the United States by Angel on July 3, 2026.
Premise
The story tells the history of a young George Washington before his presidency.
Cast
- William Franklyn-Miller as George Washington
- Ben Kingsley as Robert Dinwiddie
- Andy Serkis as Edward Braddock
- Joel Smallbone as William Fairfax
- Kelsey Grammer as Thomas Fairfax
- Mary-Louise Parker as Mary Ball Washington
- Mia Rodgers as Sally Fairfax
- Jonno Davies as James Mackay
Production
In July 2025, Angel announced that a biographical drama film revolving around the life of the first president of the United States George Washington was in development, with Jon Erwin directing the film, and co-writing the script with Tom Provost and Diederik Hoogstraten. William Franklyn-Miller was cast in the lead role.[1][2] In August, Ben Kingsley, Andy Serkis and Joel Smallbone joined the cast.[3] Principal photography began in late August 2025, in Ireland and Virginia, with Kelsey Grammer joining the cast as Thomas Fairfax.[4][5] Mary-Louise Parker, Mia Rodgers and Jonno Davies were added to the cast in the following month.[6]
Release
Young Washington is scheduled to be released in the United States by Angel on July 3, 2026.[7]
References
- ^ Kit, Borys (July 17, 2025). "'Young Washington' Finds Its Commander-in-Chief in Up-and-Comer William Franklyn-Miller (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved July 26, 2025.
- ^ Tabbara, Mona (July 25, 2025). "'Victorian Psycho', 'Young Washington' among the big projects shooting in Ireland this summer". Screen Daily. Retrieved July 29, 2025.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (August 5, 2025). "Ben Kingsley, Andy Serkis & Joel David Smallbone Join Presidential Biopic 'Young Washington' From Wonder Project And Angel Studios". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 8, 2025.
- ^ Gomez, Dessi (August 29, 2025). "Kelsey Grammer Joins 'Young Washington' Film From Wonder Project And Angel Studios". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
- ^ Calnan, Ellie (August 29, 2025). "2025 film and high-end TV productions shooting in the UK and Ireland: latest updates". Screen Daily. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
- ^ Ritman, Alex (September 5, 2025). "Mary-Louise Parker, Mia Rodgers and 'Better Man' Star Jonno Davies Join 'Young Washington' Biopic as First Look Revealed (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved September 5, 2025.
- ^ Murphy, J. Kim (October 13, 2025). "'Young Washington' Debuts Trailer With Angel Studios Ticket Preorder Campaign: 'Make This the No. 1 Movie in America' on Fourth of July 2026". Variety. Retrieved October 13, 2025.