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Movie Name: Fuze
Directed by: David Mackenzie
Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sam Worthington
Genre: Thriller, Action, Crime
Running Time: 98 Minutes
Release Date: April 24, 2026
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Languages: English
Production House: Anton, Sigma Films
Budget: $- million
An unexploded WWII bomb is discovered on a busy construction site in the centre of London. Chaos ensues as the military and police begin a mass evacuation against a ticking clock.
Fuze: Movie Overview
Fuze is a 2025 British crime thriller heist film directed by David Mackenzie and written by Ben Hopkins. The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Sam Worthington. It is produced by Sigma Films and Anton for a theatrical release by Sky Cinema through StudioCanal.
Fuze was written by Ben Hopkins, and the project was taken to the 2024 European Film Market with plans for David Mackenzie to direct and Aaron Taylor-Johnson to star. Giles Nuttgens was also attached as director of photography.[2] Theo James was then added to the cast. In July 2024, Sam Worthington, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Saffron Hocking, Elham Ehsas and Honor Swinton Byrne joined the cast.
Principal photography began on 9 July 2024, in London.
Set in contemporary London, Fuze unfolds after an unexploded World War II bomb is unearthed at a busy construction site, forcing a massive citywide evacuation. Amid the escalating tension and chaos, a daring criminal operation is set in motion—one that uses the evacuation as cover for a meticulously planned heist. As authorities race against time to contain the crisis, alliances blur and moral boundaries are crossed, the film deftly propels audiences through a series of calculated twists delivering a wildly entertaining ride.
Fuze premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival on 5 September 2025 at the Gala Presentations section. Sky Cinema announced that it would distribute the film theatrically in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Its release date is scheduled for 3 April 2026. The film’s US distribution rights were acquired by Roadside Attractions and Saban Films, with a wide release scheduled for 24 April 2026.
Movie Trailer:
FUZE Official Trailer 2
Fuze Movie Review:
A strong idea that never fully comes together
Story:
An unexploded World War II bomb triggers an emergency evacuation across London. Amid the chaos, a crew quietly moves ahead with a planned robbery, hoping no one notices until it’s too late.
Review:
‘Fuze’ has a strong idea at its core, and for a while, that’s enough to keep you with it. A bomb scare in the middle of London, people being pushed out of their homes, and somewhere inside all that, a group quietly planning a bank heist. It’s a setup that feels loaded with possibility. The film moves fast and rarely slows down, which helps in holding attention, but it also feels like it doesn’t fully trust its own material. Scenes come and go quickly, sometimes before they’ve had a chance to land. There’s always something happening, yet not everything sticks. It’s the kind of film that might earn a nod from Guy Ritchie, but not much more. You stay engaged, but there’s a distance that never quite goes away.
The story is set in London, where the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb at a construction site forces a large-scale evacuation. Will (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), a British soldier with experience in Afghanistan, is brought in to help disarm the device. As emergency services lock down the area, a criminal group uses the chaos to carry out a planned heist. Karalis (Theo James) and X (Sam Worthington) lead the operation, moving through restricted zones and staying a step ahead of the police as the plan becomes more dangerous. At the same time, the bomb disposal unit and officers on the ground, including Zuzana (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), work to contain the crisis and keep the situation under control. As both sides push forward, the tension rises, and the film gradually reveals that there is more going on than it first suggests.
The film feels a bit thin in how it handles its characters. You understand what they’re doing, but not always why it matters beyond the given situation. The writing gives just enough fuel to keep the plot moving, but not enough to make these people feel fully real. There are moments that seem like they should carry more weight, but they pass without leaving much behind. It’s not that the film is empty. It just doesn’t dig deep. After a point, it begins to feel like everything is being pushed forward out of necessity rather than build-up, and that takes away from the impact. There’s also a sense that the film avoids taking risks with its narrative turns, choosing safer beats.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson keeps things grounded and doesn’t overplay, which works in the film’s favour. Theo James as Karalis brings some edge, though his character feels like it could have gone further. Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Zuzuna is steady and believable, especially in the more tense sections involving the evacuation. Everyone does their part well enough, and there’s effort on screen, but the material doesn’t always give them room to do more. A few supporting characters show up with promise, then disappear before they can really register. Even in key moments, the performances feel slightly held back, as if the film never allows them to fully open up.
In its final stretch, the film keeps its pace but doesn’t quite build on what came before. It’s only in the climax that the film finally lays its cards on the table. It feels like it’s aiming for a strong finish, yet the outcome doesn’t fully match the setup. There’s enough material in the film to keep you engaged, especially if you’re just looking for something quick and tense, but it doesn’t leave much behind once it’s over. You’re left thinking how much stronger it could have been if it had spent more time shaping its characters and their journeys. It works while it’s on, but it doesn’t stay with you for long. A stronger ending could have made a difference, but the film settles for something just okay.
