William Tell

Set in the 14th century, this historical drama follows the conflict between the Holy Roman Empire and the peaceful region of Switzerland. The Austrian Empire seeks to expand its territory by invading the neighboring land and imposing oppressive rule through its king and warlords. William Tell, a skilled hunter who previously lived a quiet life, is forced to take up arms to protect his family and homeland. He eventually leads a popular uprising as the Swiss people fight for their independence against the Habsburg dynasty.

The film was directed and written by Nick Hamm, appearing as the seventh project in his career following Gigi & Nate. The production was a collaboration between companies in Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, and the United States. The lead role of William Tell was played by Claes Bang, with a supporting cast that included Connor Swindells, Golshifteh Farahani, Jonah Hauer-King, Ellie Bamber, and Rafe Spall.

Released on January 17, 2025, the movie has a runtime of 133 minutes. Audience reception is mixed, with a rating of 5.7/10 from 7,400 votes on IMDb and a 6.2/10 from 267 votes on TMDB. Film critics provided a slightly lower score of 5.6/10 based on 56 reviews, aligning closely with the general audience scores.