U.S. theaters will premiere Truth & Treason on October 17, 2025. Directed by Matt Whitaker, the film was co-written with Ethan Vincent and produced by Russ Kendall, John Foss, and Matt Whitaker. With cinematography by Bianca Cline and an original score by Aaron Zigman. The project combines strong creative vision with authentic storytelling. The movie runs approximately two hours and was filmed on location in Europe, adding to its historical realism.
Storyline and Historical Background
The film is based on the true story of Helmuth Hübener, a German teenager who bravely resisted the Nazi regime during World War II. At just 16, Helmuth finds himself torn between loyalty to his country and loyalty to his conscience.
Helmuth questions what it means to be moral in a world corrupted by propaganda when his church leaders insist that obedience to Hitler is an act of faith. His doubts deepen after authorities arrest his Jewish friend. Risking his life, he secretly tunes into forbidden radio broadcasts and joins his friends to spread truth through underground leaflets.
The movie highlights not only the bravery of Helmuth and his companions but also the broader question of what it means to resist evil when silence seems safer.
Cast and Characters
The cast features a mix of rising stars and seasoned performers:
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Ewan Horrocks as Helmuth Hübener, the courageous young protagonist.
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Ferdinand McKay as Karl-Heinz Schnibbe, one of Helmuth’s closest allies.
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Daf Thomas as Rudi Wobbe, another member of the resistance group.
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Nye Occomore as Salomon Schwarz, whose story connects to the arrests.
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Rupert Evans as Erwin Mussener, representing the pressures of authority.
Supporting roles are played by Joanna Christie, Sylvie Varcoe, and others who enrich the film’s historical context.
Themes and Relevance
Truth & Treason is not just a war drama; it’s a story about conviction, courage, and the cost of standing up for what is right. It forces audiences to consider the moral consequences of silence in the face of injusticE. And it also provokes timeless questions like When a government demands loyalty to lies, what does true faithfulness look like? How much is one willing to risk for the truth?
Though rooted in the 1940s, the film’s message resonates today, reminding viewers that even small acts of defiance can echo through history.
