While writing a fifth novel and simultaneously dismantling an international spy syndicate may seem like an impossible task, for Argylle’s Elly Conway, it’s just another day in the office.
Since the film was first released in cinemas in February 2024, Argylle has continued to cultivate a buzz across social media as fans attempt to decipher the story behind one of the year’s biggest action comedies.
With an all-star cast including Dua Lipa, John Cena, Henry Cavill, and Samuel L. Jackson, it’s no wonder that Argylle has shot to the top of our watch lists and fortunately for fans, the spy saga has officially arrived on streaming.
Missed out on all the action? Scroll down for everything you need to know about Argylle.
Is Argylle based on a book?
Argylle is based on a book of the same name by author Elly Conway.
The novel was published one month prior to the release of the film. Interestingly, the film is said to be based on the fourth book of the Argylle series however, the following three novels have yet to be released.
In the months leading up to the film’s cinematic debut, fans also speculated that Taylor Swift was the elusive author behind the series.
Taking to social media, fans explored a number of theories to suggest that Elly Conway was in fact Taylor’s literary pseudonym, with many drawing similarities between Argylle’s plot points and many of Taylor’s standout references.
What is Argylle about?
Directed by Matthew Vaughn, Argylle follows the story of novelist Elly Conway as she continues to write her fifth spy novel about Agent Aubrey Argylle, however, the details of her story start to become eerily more lifelike, with the fictional spy syndicate soon finding its way into Elly’s reality.
While Elly is grappling with her new reality, she is ambushed by spy Aidan Wylde who reveals that an undercover organisation has now made her their primary target as they believe her novels have predicted the future.
Working together with former CIA deputy director Alfred Solomon, the team work together to counteract the attacks by ‘The Division’ and their agents – plunging Elly deeper into the world she created.
Who is the cast of Argylle?
When it comes to recent ensemble casts, it’s tricky to find one more star-studded than Argylle.
Leading the film as spy novelist Elly Conway is Jurassic World star Bryce Dallas Howard, joined by Beetlejuice legend Catherine O’Hara as Elly’s outspoken mother Ruth.
Superman star Henry Cavill stars as Elly Conway’s smooth-talking spy Agent Argylle, accompanied by his best friend and accomplice Wyatt, played by John Cena.
Inside the tumultuous undercover world of Argylle, Breaking Bad’s Bryan Cranston stars as the film’s antagonist Director Ritter. In her second major motion picture role, Dua Lipa joins Argylle as Lagrange – an international hitman for hire.
Overseeing the story is Samuel L. Jackson, who portrays the role of shunned former CIA deputy director Alfred Solomon.
Where to watch Argylle
Ready to immerse yourself in Elly Conway’s sinister spy story? Argylle will be available to stream globally on Apple TV+ from April 12, 2024.
Stream Argylle on Apple TV+ from $12.99/month with a 7-day free trial. Subscribe here.
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