Kingsman: The Secret Service

Based on the comic book series by ‘Kick-Ass’ writer Mark Millar and ‘Watchmen’ illustrator Dave Gibbons, ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ is about a spy organization that recruits a young criminal (Taron Egerton) to become the newest member of their elite unit of covert operatives. Colin Firth plays the man in charge of the newcomer’s training; a lisping Samuel L. Jackson plays a billionaire who wants to “fix” the Earth via genocidal evil plan.

  • Release Date: February 13, 2015
  • Director: Matthew Vaughn
  • Written By: Jane Goldman & Matthew Vaughn

 

Weekend Box Office Report: '50 Shades of Grey' Dominates
Weekend Box Office Report: '50 Shades of Grey' Dominates
Weekend Box Office Report: '50 Shades of Grey' Dominates
After months of bad jokes and eye-rolling from the internet hive mind, 50 Shades of Grey has arrived and it’s just as huge as everyone predicted. Any movie adaptation of a book that sold hundreds of millions of copies is going to open big, even if that book/movie in question is a BDSM quasi-romantic drama that has as many fervent detractors as it does admirers. But it was a solid week at the box office overall, with the other new release, Kingsman: The Secret Service, holding its own against a movie that may very well be one of the biggest releases of the year.
'Kingsman' Sequel Might Introduce American Kingsmen
'Kingsman' Sequel Might Introduce American Kingsmen
'Kingsman' Sequel Might Introduce American Kingsmen
Matthew Vaughn once again proves how deft he is at adapting comic book material with Kingsman: The Secret Service, introducing us to Colin Firth’s excellent action skills and making a star out of newcomer Taron Egerton. Naturally, we’re all wondering if there might be a sequel to Kingsman, an energetic and wild James Bond riff that offers up a world of secret spies that might lend itself well to further adventures. Fans of the film will be pleased to hear that Vaughn has revealed a sequel is a possibility, and it might expand on the world of Kingsman beyond London.
Watch Triumph the Insult Comic Dog Attempt to Play ‘Tonight Show’ Catchphrase
Watch Triumph the Insult Comic Dog Attempt to Play ‘Tonight Show’ Catchphrase
Watch Triumph the Insult Comic Dog Attempt to Play ‘Tonight Show’ Catchphrase
Dogs can’t play Catchphrase! Try telling that to Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, who faced off against perhaps the most motley crew ever assembled to play a Tonight Show game – well, so far, at least – including host Jimmy Fallon, guest Jack McBrayer (forever an NBC page to us), and Colin Firth. If everyone present looks confused, it’s because they are, almost gloriously so.
‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ Review
‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ Review
‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ Review
For decades, people have made fun of Roger Moore. Moore starred in more James Bond movies than anyone else, but his entire twelve-year, seven-film run is widely regarded today as a goofy, cartoonish disaster. After Moore retired from the role following 1985’s ‘A View to a Kill,’ the Bond franchise refocused, growing darker and more serious. Now 007 belongs to Daniel Craig, who’s as stern as Moore was cheeky. Craig’s Bonds (and the Jason Bourne movies that helped inspire their solemn tone) have been so hugely successful, that there is an assumption that over-the-top spy movies like Moore’s wouldn’t work in 2015. ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ proves they can.
The Definitive Ranking of All 110 Samuel L. Jackson Character Names
The Definitive Ranking of All 110 Samuel L. Jackson Character Names
The Definitive Ranking of All 110 Samuel L. Jackson Character Names
In this week’s ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service,’ Samuel L. Jackson plays Richmond Valentine, a power-mad tech billionaire with dreams of world domination. Richmond Valentine’s a pretty cool character name, but according to our highly scientific and totally objective calculations, it’s just the 28th-coolest name of Jackson’s long career. Working from his IMDb page (and eliminating any character where he didn’t get at least a first name), we created this list, the definitive (again, totally mathematical and absolutely beyond reproach) ranking of all his character names. You’re welcome.
The Many (Many) Faces (and Hairstyles) of Samuel L. Jackson
The Many (Many) Faces (and Hairstyles) of Samuel L. Jackson
The Many (Many) Faces (and Hairstyles) of Samuel L. Jackson
IMDB.com lists 159 acting credits for Samuel L. Jackson over a career that’s spanned more than 40 years. Jackson’s as versatile as he is prolific; though he’s likely best known for his action films and his flair for language (and especially profanity, his skills as a chameleon might be underrated. He’s made 160 films and television shows and looked like 160 wildly different people. Few actors seem to delight in the specifics of costuming, hair, and makeup as much as he does, and few have exhibited a wider array of hairstyles, facial hair, and wardrobes. From the earliest days of his career all the way up to next week’s ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service,’ nobody’s worn silver hair, a kilt, or exaggerated octopus-style eye makeup quite like Samuel L. Jackson. In honor of his great achievements in outlandish onscreen fashion, please enjoy this gallery spotlighting just a few of his many sartorial highlights.
Watch the New ‘Kingsman’ Super Bowl Trailer
Watch the New ‘Kingsman’ Super Bowl Trailer
Watch the New ‘Kingsman’ Super Bowl Trailer
‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ is coming to theaters in just about two weeks, so what better way to give this spy movie a little extra boost than with some prime placement. This Sunday, you can see a new ‘Kingsman’ Super Bowl trailer, or if you're really impatient, you can watch it right now.
There Was Almost a ‘Hit-Girl’ Movie
There Was Almost a ‘Hit-Girl’ Movie
There Was Almost a ‘Hit-Girl’ Movie
The biggest brand in comic-book movies right now is clearly Marvel. And the second-biggest is probably DC. But the third-biggest might be Mark Millar, a writer who’s spent time at both Marvel and DC, wrote the ‘Civil War’ storyline that’s going to be the basis for the next ‘Captain America’ movie, and co-created ‘The Ultimates’ comic that served as a heavy inspiration for many elements of Marvel’s movies (including the Chitauri aliens from ‘The Avengers’ and the depiction of Nick Fury as a Samuel L. Jackson look-alike). Most of Millar’s creator-owned comics have been or are in the process of being turned into films. First there was ‘Wanted’ in 2008, then the two ‘Kick-Ass’ movies in 2010 and 2013. Next is ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service,’ which opens in theaters next month, and Millar’s got several more projects (like ‘Nemesis,’ ‘Superior’) in the pipeline behind it.
Become a Kingsman With 'Kingsman: The Secret Service'
Become a Kingsman With 'Kingsman: The Secret Service'
Become a Kingsman With 'Kingsman: The Secret Service'
Believe the hype: ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ is going to kick all kinds of ass (but, like, in a real classy way). Early reviews of Matthew Vaughn’s latest film have been overwhelmingly positive, but we wouldn’t expect any less from the team that brought us ‘X-Men: First Class.’ And if you want to learn how to be just as awesome as unlikely action star Colin Firth, these new videos from the film will teach you how. Oh, and we’ve got a brand new clip, too.
‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ Red-Band Trailer: On Her Majesty’s NSFW Service
‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ Red-Band Trailer: On Her Majesty’s NSFW Service
‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ Red-Band Trailer: On Her Majesty’s NSFW Service
We’ve been seeing previews for ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’ for quite some time now, but they’ve only really nailed it with the latest trailer. Thanks to the new red-band clip (which you probably shouldn’t watch at work), the latest film from director Matthew Vaughn finally looks like something we can get excited about ... mainly because, for the first time, we can see that this film appears to be completely and totally insane.

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