Vertical will release THE WIZARD OF THE KREMLIN exclusively in North American theaters on May 15, unveiling the new political thriller from acclaimed filmmaker Olivier Assayas. Watch the new trailer now.
Set in the chaos of post‑Soviet Russia, THE WIZARD OF THE KREMLIN follows rising KGB officer Vladimir Putin (Jude Law) as he forms a dangerous alliance with master manipulator Vadim Baranov (Paul Dano). Together, they reshape life behind the Iron Curtain through a ruthless campaign of violence, deception, and political engineering.
What begins with lies and corruption escalates into assassinations, tyranny, and ultimately all‑out war — a chilling portrait of power seized and wielded without restraint.
Directed by: Olivier Assayas
STARRING
- Paul Dano
- Alicia Vikander
- Tom Sturridge
- Will Keen
- With Jeffrey Wright
- And Jude Law
