PREVIEW: First look at Sky Original film ‘Nuremberg’, starring Russell Crowe, Rami Malek and Michael Shannon

By Jon Donnis

Ahead of the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg trials, Sky will release Nuremberg in UK cinemas on 14 November 2025. Directed and written by James Vanderbilt, the film is based on the book The Nazi and the Psychiatrist by Jack El-Hai. A short teaser trailer, just forty seconds long, has revealed the first footage of Russell Crowe's portrayal of Hermann Göring.

Set in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War, the film explores the early stages of the Nuremberg trials. Rather than focusing solely on courtroom scenes, the story centres on the psychological and moral tensions between Göring and the American psychiatrist Douglas Kelley, played by Rami Malek. Kelley's role is to assess whether the captured Nazi leaders are mentally fit to stand trial. His most complex case is Göring, who is charismatic, strategic and aware of the limited power he still holds through his words.

The cast also includes Michael Shannon, Richard E. Grant and Leo Woodall. Woodall plays Howard Triest, a young translator who speaks German and operates within this emotionally and politically charged space. While his role in the trailer is subtle, his presence is a reminder of the cultural and personal stakes involved in the process. Other cast members include John Slattery, Mark O'Brien, Colin Hanks, Lydia Peckham, Wrenn Schmidt, Lotte Verbeek and Andreas Pietschmann.

Sky's Head of Original Film, Andrew Orr, described Nuremberg as "a bold and important project" and praised its relevance and scale. The film is a Sky Original, produced by Walden Media, Bluestone Entertainment and Mythology Entertainment. Global rights are represented by WME Independent. The producing team includes Richard Saperstein, Bradley J. Fischer, James Vanderbilt, William Sherak, Frank Smith, Benjamin Tappan, Cherilyn Hawrysh, István Major and George Freeman. Executive producers include Jack El-Hai, Brooke Saperstein, Annie Saperstein, Beau Turpin, W. Porter Payne, Jr., Paul Neinstein, Géza Deme and Tamás Hajnal.

Following its UK cinema release in November, Nuremberg will arrive on Sky Cinema in January 2026.

Shaun the Sheep Gets Spooky in The Beast of Mossy Bottom, Coming Halloween 2026

 

Shaun the Sheep is heading back to the big screen in 2026 with a brand new Sky Original feature film: Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom. This latest stop-motion adventure sees Aardman once again teaming up with Sky in the UK and STUDIOCANAL for international release. It marks the third feature-length outing for the mischievous sheep and his Mossy Bottom crew, promising a blend of Halloween chaos, slapstick comedy, and family-friendly thrills.

Set around a botched Halloween celebration, the film follows Shaun as he takes on the role of mad scientist to fix the Flock’s wrecked pumpkin patch. But things soon spiral into chaos when the Farmer goes missing and a strange creature begins prowling the local woods. With his usual mix of mischief and heart, Shaun must rally the Flock to solve the mystery and save the day. Expect pumpkins, potions, and a beastly twist on the farmyard antics fans know and love.

Aardman’s partnership with Sky continues a successful creative collaboration that began with Morph in 2016. This new film also celebrates 30 years since Shaun first appeared in Wallace and Gromit: A Close Shave. Since then, the series has become a global hit, airing in 170 territories and earning multiple BAFTA and Academy Award nominations. The first two feature films were both widely acclaimed and box office successes, and the 2021 Christmas special won an International Emmy.

Sky Cinema’s Executive Producer Andrew Orr called the film “huge news,” praising Shaun as a “household name” and promising “laughs, spookiness and some brilliantly entertaining new characters.” Aardman’s Chief Creative Director Sarah Cox highlighted the seasonal setting, teasing “smashed pumpkins, wayward science, and a wild hairy beast,” all served up with the Flock’s signature humour. Meanwhile, STUDIOCANAL's team promised surprises, a strong Halloween hook, and plenty of fresh faces alongside returning favourites.

The Beast of Mossy Bottom builds on the studio’s recent success with Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, which broke UK viewing records and picked up two BAFTAs and an Oscar nomination. With Aardman riding high and Shaun the Sheep celebrating three decades of global stardom, this Halloween adventure is shaping up to be a major event for families, animation fans, and new audiences alike.