Netflix has unveiled the official trailer and confirmed the release plan for A House of Dynamite, the high-stakes political thriller from Academy Award–winning director Kathryn Bigelow.
The film will debut October 24, 2025 on Netflix worldwide, following a limited theatrical rollout beginning October 3 in the UK and expanding to select global markets on October 10.
Bigelow, known for The Hurt Locker and Zero Dark Thirty, returns to feature filmmaking with a story that collides military urgency, political maneuvering, and moral ambiguity.
A Global Race Against Time
The thriller begins when a single, unattributed missile is launched at the United States, throwing military and political leaders into a desperate scramble to determine its source and craft a response before the crisis spirals into a worldwide standoff. Bigelow once again examines the fragile balance of global power and the human cost of decision-making under extreme pressure.
Watch the Trailer
Cast and Characters
The ensemble brings together veteran actors and rising stars:
- Idris Elba
- Rebecca Ferguson
- Gabriel Basso
- Jared Harris
- Tracy Letts
- Anthony Ramos
- Moses Ingram
- Jonah Hauer-King
- Greta Lee
- Jason Clarke
Additional cast members include Malachi Beasley, Brian Tee, Brittany O’Grady, Gbenga Akinnagbe, Willa Fitzgerald, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Kyle Allen, and Kaitlyn Dever.
Behind the Camera
Bigelow directs from a screenplay by Noah Oppenheim (Jackie, The Maze Runner), reuniting with frequent collaborator Greg Shapiro alongside Bigelow and Oppenheim as producers. The production team also includes Brian Bell and Sarah Bremner as executive producers and Jeremy Hindle, Sumaiya Kaveh, and Luca Borghese as co-producers.
The film’s visual and technical pedigree is notable: Barry Ackroyd (The Hurt Locker, Captain Phillips) serves as director of photography; Kirk Baxter (two-time Oscar winner) edits; and Volker Bertelmann (All Quiet on the Western Front) provides the score.
Why A House of Dynamite Stands Out
For viewers who gravitate toward intelligent thrillers like Zero Dark Thirty or Eye in the Sky, this film promises a mix of tension and real-world resonance.
Its staggered release, with UK and international theatrical dates ahead of streaming, signals Netflix’s intent to position it within awards-season conversation while still reaching its global audience in October.
Release Plan
- October 3, 2025 – Select theaters in the UK
- October 10, 2025 – Select theaters internationally
- October 24, 2025 – Streaming worldwide on Netflix
The staggered rollout gives the film a theatrical presence ahead of its streaming debut, positioning it within Netflix’s growing awards-season slate.
Key Details
A House of Dynamite will release in UK theaters on October 3, 2025, in select international theaters on October 10, 2025, and on Netflix worldwide on October 24, 2025. The film is directed by Kathryn Bigelow, written by Noah Oppenheim, and stars Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts, Anthony Ramos, Moses Ingram, Jonah Hauer-King, Greta Lee, Jason Clarke, and more.
Looking Ahead
With its urgent premise, powerhouse cast, and Bigelow’s signature command of political tension, A House of Dynamite is positioned as one of Netflix’s most significant fall releases. The combination of theatrical exposure and a global streaming launch ensures the film will reach wide audiences while also courting critical attention.
The Poster
