Ahead of its release this August, IFC Films has revealed a poster and trailer for the upcoming thriller Rogue Agent which tells the story of Robert Freegard (James Norton), a conman who masqueraded as an MI5 agent in order to kidnap and extort his victims, and Alice Archer (Gemma Arterton), the woman who initially fell for him before becoming the architect for his downfall.
ROGUE AGENT is the extraordinary and chilling story of career conman, Robert Freegard played by James Norton, with Gemma Arterton as Alice Archer, the woman who brought him down.
Freegard was a master manipulator who convinced countless victims he was undercover MI5 in order to extort and kidnap them. He was at large for many years until he met the woman who would end his career. Initially falling for his charms, she became the architect of his downfall and her actions led to his conviction and arrest.
A tale of lies, loyalty, fear and hope, this film will follow years of manipulation, investigation and the high-stakes manhunt that resulted in Freegard’s capture and saved the life of his final victim.
Rogue Agent arrives in cinemas and on AMC+ on August 12th.
Originally published July 22, 2022. Updated July 25, 2022.
