The Roses Starring Cumberbatch, Colman Set for August 29

The upcoming film 'The Roses,' starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman, is set to release on August 29, 2025, as announced by Searchlight Pictures. Directed by Jay Roach and written by Tony McNamara, the movie is a remake of the 1989 dark comedy 'The War of the Roses,' originally based on Warren Adler's novel. The film follows Ivy (Colman) and Theo (Cumberbatch), a seemingly perfect couple whose marriage is tested by career turmoil and underlying resentment. The ensemble cast includes Andy Samberg, Allison Janney, and Ncuti Gatwa, among others. Cumberbatch also serves as a producer under his SunnyMarch banner, alongside several other producers. The release will coincide with other films like 'The Toxic Avenger' and Darren Aronofsky’s 'Caught Stealing.'