Nicolas Cage Returns as Yuri Orlov in “Lords of War” Teaser Trailer

Movie Trailers November 5, 2026

The first teaser trailer for Lords of War has arrived, offering a glimpse at the long-awaited return of Nicolas Cage as notorious arms dealer Yuri Orlov.

Written and directed by Andrew Niccol, the action thriller opens in theaters nationwide on January 22, 2027, from Vertical.

The teaser reunites audiences with Yuri Orlov years after the events of the original film. This time, Yuri finds himself facing a dangerous new threat when he discovers that a ruthless mercenary mastermind, played by Bill Skarsgård, is building a private army while seeking to dismantle everything Yuri has spent decades creating.

What begins as a shocking revelation quickly escalates into a deadly rivalry fueled by power, ambition, and betrayal. As tensions rise, Yuri is drawn into a violent battle where survival and legacy are both on the line.

Alongside Cage and Skarsgård, the film stars Laura Harrier, Sylvia Hoeks, and Greg Tarzan Davis.

Cast

  • Nicolas Cage
  • Bill Skarsgård
  • Laura Harrier
  • Sylvia Hoeks
  • Greg Tarzan Davis

Crew

Writer & Director

  • Andrew Niccol

Producers

  • Philippe Rousselet
  • Fabrice Gianfermi
  • Andrew Niccol
  • Nicolas Cage

Film Details

  • Title: Lords of War
  • Studio: Vertical
  • Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime
  • Release Date: January 22, 2027
  • Format: Theatrical

Synopsis

Yuri Orlov, the world’s most notorious arms dealer, discovers that a ruthless mercenary mastermind is building a private army and threatening his legacy. Forced into a deadly conflict, Yuri faces his most dangerous challenge yet in a battle driven by power, ambition, and betrayal.

Lords of War opens in theaters nationwide on January 22, 2027.