Filmmaker Danny Boyle is back with another intriguing cinematic venture, and this time he is taking audiences into the fascinating and controversial world of British journalism. Studiocanal and Netflix have unveiled the full official trailer for Ink, Boyle's upcoming film about the creation of the British tabloid newspaper The Sun. Featuring Jack O'Connell, Guy Pearce and Claire Foy in important roles, the film explores how an ambitious media experiment transformed the British newspaper industry. Opening with the exciting line, "Let's make something dangerous... and something fun!", the trailer promises a fast-paced drama filled with ambition, power struggles, unconventional ideas and the rebellious energy of the newspaper business during the late 1960s and 1970s.
Set in 1969, Ink follows the rise of media tycoon Rupert Murdoch and his acquisition of the British daily newspaper The Sun. His partnership with editor Larry Lamb becomes the driving force behind the transformation of the publication into one of Britain's most influential tabloids. The story explores how the two men attempted to create a completely different kind of newspaper, challenging established media traditions and changing the way news was presented to ordinary readers. What began as an ambitious experiment eventually developed into a major force in the British newspaper industry. The film's central idea revolves around a group of visionaries and misfits who believed they could reinvent journalism by giving readers something different from the traditional newspaper experience.
The film features Jack O'Connell as Larry Lamb, Guy Pearce as Rupert Murdoch and Claire Foy as Jules Davies, who works at The Sun. The supporting cast includes Blake Harrison, Patrick Kennedy, Angus Imrie and Brian Gleeson. Each character forms part of the larger story surrounding the newspaper's transformation and the people responsible for its changing identity. The trailer showcases the energetic atmosphere of the newsroom, where bold ideas, heated discussions and unconventional decisions drive the narrative forward. The makers describe the film as "An explosive cinematic rollercoaster about a group of visionaries and misfits who had an idea for a new kind of news – one that would give the people what they wanted and would change the face of the world we live in today."
Danny Boyle has also shared his perspective on the extraordinary partnership at the heart of the film. According to the filmmaker, "These two men created a new tabloid that, against all the odds, became the biggest-selling newspaper in the world. Cheeky, irreverent, daring: the 'super soaraway' Sun challenged the establishment and remade our world for the modern era." The trailer reflects this approach through its rapid editing, energetic performances and vibrant visual style. The film has already attracted attention for its resemblance to the rebellious storytelling and fast-paced energy associated with Boyle's Trainspotting, although this time the focus shifts from the world of addiction to the competitive newspaper industry. Interestingly, the director has also acknowledged using artificial intelligence during the making of the film, a creative decision that has generated discussion alongside the project's promotional campaign.
Ink is directed by Oscar-winning British filmmaker Danny Boyle, known for acclaimed films such as Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire, 28 Days Later, The Beach, Sunshine, 127 Hours, Steve Jobs, Yesterday and T2 Trainspotting. He most recently returned to the zombie genre with 28 Years Later. The screenplay is written by playwright James Graham, based on his own 2017 stage play of the same name. Graham is also known for projects including X+Y, The Way and Dear England. The film is produced by Danny Boyle, Tessa Ross, Michael Ellenberg and Tracey Seaward. Before its wider release, Ink premiered as the Opening Night film at the 2026 Venice Film Festival and also screened at Telluride, the Toronto International Film Festival and the London Film Festival, bringing international attention to the project.
Following its festival journey, Ink is preparing for its theatrical and streaming release. Netflix will release the film in the United States on January 8, 2027, following a limited theatrical run beginning December 11, 2026. Studiocanal will also bring the film to UK cinemas on January 8, 2027. With Danny Boyle behind the camera and a talented cast led by Jack O'Connell and Guy Pearce, the film promises an unusual look at the people and decisions that reshaped British tabloid journalism. The newly released trailer has already offered a glimpse of its energetic storytelling and ambitious approach. For viewers interested in media history, journalism and behind-the-scenes power struggles, Ink could be one of the more interesting film releases to watch out for in early 2027.
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