Paul Greengrass brought his signature gritty realism to medieval England, and now you can watch it at home.
“The Uprising” just landed on digital, with 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and a limited edition Steelbook arriving November 3. The film stars Andrew Garfield as the leader of a rebellion against King Richard II, drawing from the true events that inspired the Robin Hood legend.
Greengrass, known for “Captain Phillips” and the Bourne films, turns his visceral style on 1381 England. The result is what Screenrant called “a riveting cinematic epic” that puts audiences right in the middle of the revolt.
The home release comes loaded with bonus material. There’s behind-the-scenes footage with Garfield and Greengrass breaking down the film’s historical roots, plus looks at the detailed sets and costumes that transformed modern locations into 14th-century England. Eight deleted scenes round out the extras.
It’s a story about ordinary people standing up to power, the kind of underdog tale that resonates whether it’s set in the Middle Ages or today. And with Greengrass’s documentary-like approach, it feels less like a costume drama and more like you’re there in the mud and chaos.
For filmmakers looking to blend historical accuracy with modern energy, this one’s worth studying.