The upcoming drama, Think of England, starring Natalie Quarry (known for Call the Midwife), will be released in the UK. Written and directed by Richard Hawkins, the film tells the story of six people assigned a clandestine WWII mission: to produce adult films intended to uplift troop spirits before the D-Day landings.
The film, set on the Orkney Islands in the summer of 1943, centers around individuals grappling with difficult choices driven by guilt, pressure, and fear. It examines themes of right and wrong, control, and how people present themselves, all set during wartime.
Jack Bandeira, Ben Bela Böhm, Ollie Maddigan, Ronni Ancona, Oscar Hoppe, and John McCrea will join the cast alongside Quarry.
Tull Stories will release the World War II drama in the UK and Ireland in autumn 2026, following an agreement with the film’s producers, Giant Films. The film will have its London premiere on Friday, June 19th, as part of the Raindance Film Festival.
Hawkins explained that the film Think Of England came about because he was intrigued by questions of right and wrong, how people act, and how much societies’ standards of acceptable behavior can change over time.
Even though the film takes place during World War II, the issues it explores – like censorship, how images are created, and the conflict between what’s considered proper in public versus private – feel very relevant today.
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I’m incredibly thankful to Tull Stories for their enthusiastic support of the film, and I can’t wait for people to finally see it in theaters.
Jonny Tull from Tull Stories described the drama as a compelling and mature story, praising the committed and skilled actors who deliver powerful and honest performances. He highlighted its thought-provoking nature, emotional depth, and relatable human elements, expressing enthusiasm for sharing it with viewers throughout the UK and Ireland.
I was reading a review of Think of England on Cineuropa, and they said something that really stuck with me. Apparently, the crazy story in the film is actually based on real stuff that happened! The reviewer said the director, Hawkins, did an amazing job turning this unbelievable idea into a really smart, captivating, and surprisingly emotional little movie.
Raindance praised the film as “absurdly funny,” and also highlighted its thought-provoking, witty, and humane qualities, calling Think of England a prime example of excellent British filmmaking.
Think of England is released this autumn.
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2026-06-02 14:19