Next month sees the release of Mussolini: Son of the Century , the new television series from the acclaimed filmmaker Joe Wright ( Darkest Hour ). Set in the 1920s — a nice round number given the decade in which we find ourselves now — the series follows the early political career and the life of Benito Mussolini , one of the most controversial figures in history, played by Luca Marinelli ( The Old Guard ). Ahead of the September 10, 2025 release on Mubi, Collider is thrilled to bring our viewers an exclusive first look at the trailer for Wright's latest masterpiece, which gives us a flavor of the fascinating horrors unleashed upon Italy by Mussolini.
Mussolini: Son of the Century features a powerhouse ensemble that includes Francesco Russo as Cesare Rossi, Bar