Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II London, "Blitz" tells a poignant tale of love, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her son. Nine-year-old George, portrayed by the talented Elliott Heffernan, is uprooted from his life in the city as his mother, the steadfast Rita played by Saoirse Ronan, makes the heartbreaking decision to evacuate him to the countryside for his safety. As London faces relentless bombings, Rita's hope is to protect George from the dangers that lurk in their city, yet it is a decision that weighs heavily on both of their hearts. Determined not to be separated from his family, young George's spirit is unyielding. With courage that belies his tender age, he sets off on an epic and perilous journey through wartime obstacles, fueled by his unwavering love for Rita. As George navigates through the dangers of the countryside, facing challenges that test his resolve, he becomes a symbol of hope in a world filled with chaos. This quest is not just a physical journey; it also serves as an emotional exploration of a child's longing for belonging and the comfort of home. Meanwhile, Rita, frantic yet resolute, embarks on a parallel journey, driven by her fierce maternal instinct to find her son. Her search becomes a powerful narrative of determination and sacrifice, showcasing the lengths a mother will go to protect her child. "Blitz" intertwines their stories, illustrating the profound connections that endure despite the adversities of war. The film captures the essence of perseverance and love, bringing to life the extraordinary bond between George and Rita, and leaving audiences with a heartfelt reminder of the strength of family amidst turmoil. Main cast of Blitz (10) Elliott Heffernan as George Saoirse Ronan as Rita Saoirse Una Ronan (/ˈsɜːrʃə ˈuːnə ˈroʊnən/ SUR-shə OO-nə ROH-nən; born 12 April 1994) is an American-born Irish actress. Primarily known for her work in period dramas since adolescence, she has received various accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and nominations for four Academy Awards and seven British Academy Film Awards. Ronan made her acting debut in 2003 on the Irish medical drama series The Clinic and had her breakthrough role as a precocious teenager in the period drama film Atonement (2007), which earned her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her career progressed with starring roles in The Lovely Bones (2009) and Hanna (2011) and a supporting role in The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014). Ronan received critical acclaim and nominations for the Academy Award for Best Actress for playing an Irish immigrant in New York in Brooklyn (2015), the eponymous high school senior in Greta Gerwig's Lady Bird (2017)—which won her a Golden Globe—and Jo March in Gerwig's Little Women (2019). Ronan has since produced and starred in the drama The Outrun (2024). On stage, Ronan portrayed Abigail Williams in the 2016 Broadway revival of The Crucible and Lady Macbeth in the 2021 West End revival of The Tragedy of Macbeth. In 2016, she was featured by Forbes in two of their 30 Under 30 lists, and in 2020, The New York Times ranked her tenth on its list of the greatest actors of the 21st century. Description above from the Wikipedia article Saoirse Ronan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia. Saoirse Una Ronan (/ˈsɜːrʃə ˈuːnə ˈroʊnən/ SUR-shə OO-nə ROH-nən; born 12 April 1994) is an American-born Irish actress. Primarily known for her work in period dramas since adolescence, she has received various accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and nominations for four Academy Awards and seven British Academy Film Awards. Ronan made her acting debut in 2003 on the Irish medical drama series The Clinic and had her breakthrough role as a precocious teenager in the period drama film Atonement (2007), which earned her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her career progressed with starring roles in The Lovely Bones (2009) and Hanna (2011) and a supporting role in The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014). Ronan received critical acclaim and nominations for the Academy Award for Best Actress for playing an Irish immigrant in New York in Brooklyn (2015), the eponymous high school senior in Greta Gerwig's Lady Bird (2017)—which won her a Golden Globe—and Jo March in Gerwig's Little Women (2019). Ronan has since produced and starred in the drama The Outrun (2024). On stage, Ronan portrayed Abigail Williams in the 2016 Broadway revival of The Crucible and Lady Macbeth in the 2021 West End revival of The Tragedy of Macbeth. In 2016, she was featured by Forbes in two of their 30 Under 30 lists, and in 2020, The New York Times ranked her tenth on its list of the greatest actors of the 21st century. Description above from the Wikipedia article Saoirse Ronan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia. Harris Dickinson as Jack Harris Dickinson (born 24 June 1996) is an English actor. He began his career in British television and had his first starring role in the drama film Beach Rats (2017), for which he was nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead. He played John Paul Getty III in the FX drama series Trust (2018). Dickinson has since starred in the films Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019), The King's Man (2021), Triangle of Sadness (2022), Where the Crawdads Sing (2022), The Iron Claw (2023), and Babygirl (2024), along with the miniseries A Murder at the End of the World (2023). He has received two BAFTA Award nominations. Description above from the Wikipedia article Harris Dickinson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia. Harris Dickinson (born 24 June 1996) is an English actor. He began his career in British television and had his first starring role in the drama film Beach Rats (2017), for which he was nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead. He played John Paul Getty III in the FX drama series Trust (2018). Dickinson has since starred in the films Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019), The King's Man (2021), Triangle of Sadness (2022), Where the Crawdads Sing (2022), The Iron Claw (2023), and Babygirl (2024), along with the miniseries A Murder at the End of the World (2023). He has received two BAFTA Award nominations. Description above from the Wikipedia article Harris Dickinson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia. Benjamin Clementine as Ife Kathy Burke as Beryl Paul Weller as Gerald

Stephen Graham as Albert Stephen Graham (born August 3, 1973) is a British film and television actor, best known for playing Andrew 'Combo' Gascoigne in This Is England, Al Capone in the HBO series Boardwalk Empire, and Scrum in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Stephen Graham (born August 3, 1973) is a British film and television actor, best known for playing Andrew 'Combo' Gascoigne in This Is England, Al Capone in the HBO series Boardwalk Empire, and Scrum in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Leigh Gill as Michael Davies Leigh Gill is known for Joker (2019), Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) and Game of Thrones (2011). as Michael Davies Leigh Gill is known for Joker (2019), Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) and Game of Thrones (2011). Mica Ricketts as Jess C CJ Beckford as Marcus The rest of the cast → Art Stephen Swain , Kira Kemble , David Doran , Daniel Nussbaumer , Jourdan McKee Camera Sebastian Barraclough , Yorick Le Saux , James France , Oliver Sugars Costume & Make-Up Jacqueline Durran , Andrea Cracknell Crew Sam Lilja , Lee Morrison , Nikita Mitchell , Christina Petrou , Alexander Bracq Full backstage crew list →