Independent studio Black Bear has released the first official teaser trailer for Wife and Dog, an upcoming suspense thriller written and directed by filmmaker Guy Ritchie.
The film features an ensemble cast led by Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike, and Anthony Hopkins. According to the studio’s official synopsis, the narrative explores the relentless greed of the Fairbank family and their associates, following a dangerous sequence of betrayal and murder triggered by a high-stakes battle for succession.
The Wife and Dog trailer confirms that the film is scheduled to open in theaters on February 19, 2027.
A Return to Aristocratic Crime and Satire
The project marks Guy Ritchie's return to the cut-throat world of the British aristocracy. This setting serves as familiar territory for the director, who recently explored similar themes of wealth and power dynamics in his 2019 feature film The Gentlemen and its subsequent Netflix television adaptation.
While specific plot points remain heavily guarded, the teaser establishes the visual and thematic tone of the production. The footage details opulent country estates, secretive corridors, and a sharp, satirical edge that blends high-stakes tension with dark humor.
The film introduces Rosamund Pike as a sharp and ambitious figure operating within these elite circles, while Anthony Hopkins portrays an elder statesman anchored in wealth and influence. Benedict Cumberbatch takes on a complex, morally ambiguous character caught at the center of the familial warfare. This project marks the first time Benedict Cumberbatch and Rosamund Pike have shared the screen.
Production and Ensemble Cast Details
Guy Ritchie directed Wife and Dog from his own original screenplay. He also serves as a producer alongside his long-time creative partner Ivan Atkinson and Black Bear’s John Friedberg. The executive production team includes Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler representing Black Bear.
Beyond its primary trio, the film boasts a notable supporting lineup of British acting talent. The cast includes:
- Cosmo Jarvis (known for Shōgun and Warfare)
- James Norton (known for House of Guinness and Happy Valley)
- Paddy Considine (known for House of the Dragon)
- Pip Torrens (known for The Crown)
The feature represents the third collaboration between Guy Ritchie and Black Bear Pictures, following the releases of The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare and the action thriller In the Grey. Principal photography for the project commenced in the United Kingdom in February 2025.
Schedule Adjustments and What Happens Next
The release of the teaser trailer solidifies a revised distribution timeline for the thriller. Initial industry tracking had slated Wife and Dog for a late-fall theatrical rollout in October 2026. However, distributors opted to shift the debut, setting the definitive global theatrical release for mid-February 2027.
The strategic February release date places the film in direct competition with several high-profile properties scheduled for the same winter frame in theaters. Promotional campaigns and full-length trailers from Black Bear International are expected to ramp up in the coming months as the theatrical window approaches.
First trailer for Guy Ritchie’s ‘WIFE & DOG’, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike and Anthony Hopkins.
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) September 17, 2026
The film follows the relentless betrayal & murder that occurs when a family battle for greed.
In theaters on February 19, 2027. pic.twitter.com/gp1eHTwy9B
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