The Avenue has released the official red band trailer for Medieval. Rated R for "strong and grisly violent content throughout" along with some nudity, the movie earns its rating as seen in the new trailer. The film will hit theaters on Sept. 9, and ahead of the premiere, you can get a sneak peek by watching the new trailer on YouTube.
Petr Jákl wrote and directed Medieval using a story by Jákl and Petr Bok based on Marek Dobes and Michal Petrus. It stars Ben Foster, Sophie Lowe, Til Schweiger, Roland Møller, Matthew Goode, and Michael Caine.
The official synopsis for Medieval is as follows:
Inspired by the true story of Jan Žižka, one of the greatest warriors in history. After the death of its reigning emperor, the Holy Roman Empire is plummeting into chaos while feuding brothers King Wenceslas of Czech and King Sigismund of Hungary battled for control of the empty throne. Daring and righteous mercenary leader Jan Zizka (Ben Foster) is hired by Lord Boresh (Michael Caine) to kidnap the powerful Lord Rosenberg's (Til Schweiger) fiancée, Lady Katherine (Sophie Lowe), to prevent Rosenberg's rise to power alongside the corrupt King Sigismund.Jan believes that Kings are the right hand of God and should be respected and obeyed, no matter what. As Katherine becomes caught in a dangerous political game between the monarchs, Jan falls in love with her strong spirit and dedication to saving the people. In a brave attempt to liberate her, he fights back with a rebel army to battle the corruption, greed, and betrayal rampant amongst those clawing for power. Jan now realizes that the fate of the Empire will be decided by his love for Lady Katherine and that his fate doesn’t lie in the hands of Kings, but in the hands of his own people.
Ben Foster Gets Medieval in the Film
"I actually loved this script and loved Petr's first two movies," producer Cassian Elwes said when the project was greenlit. "I think he's going to do a fantastic job on this film. And I couldn't be more excited to work with Ben Foster again, after my experience with him on Ain't Them Bodies Saints. He's one of the greatest young actors working right now."
Foster can be recognized for his roles in previous films like Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma, The Messenger, and Alpha Dog. More recently, he has appeared in films like Leave No Trace, Hustle, and The Contractor.
Medieval will be released exclusively in theaters on Sept. 9, 2022.