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New trailer for The Children Act starring Emma Thompson, Stanley Tucci and Fionn Whitehead

June 15, 2018 by Amie Cranswick

A24 has released a new trailer for Richard Eyre’s upcoming adaptation of the Ian McEwan novel The Children Act which stars Emma Thompson, Stanley Tucci, and Fionn Whitehead; watch it here…

Based on the best-selling novel by Ian McEwan (Atonement) and brought to the big screen by director Richard Eyre (Notes on a Scandal, Iris), THE CHILDREN ACT is a compelling and powerful drama telling the story of Fiona Maye (Emma Thompson), an eminent high court judge presiding over ethically complex cases. As the demands of her job cause her marriage to Jack (Stanley Tucci) to reach tipping point, Fiona is asked to rule on the case of Adam (Fionn Whitehead), a brilliant young boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion on religious grounds.

With her private life in turmoil, Fiona finds herself drawn into the case, taking the unorthodox step of halting proceedings in order to visit Adam in hospital. As the two form a profound connection and powerful emotions come to light, Fiona’s judgement is put to the test with momentous consequences as she must ultimately decide whether Adam lives or dies.

The Children Act is set for release on August 24th in the UK and on September 14th in the US.

Originally published June 15, 2018. Updated June 14, 2018.

Filed Under: Amie Cranswick, Movies, News, Trailers Tagged With: Emma Thompson, Fionn Whitehead, Richard Eyre, Stanley Tucci, The Children Act

About Amie Cranswick

Amie Cranswick has been part of Flickering Myth’s editorial and management team for over a decade. She has a background in publishing and copyediting and has served as Editor-in-Chief of FlickeringMyth.com since 2023.

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