Sometimes, all we need is a little bit of hope and support, even in the toughest of times. If you are looking for an uplifting feel-good movie this year, then you have come to the right place, because we are here to talk about The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry. If the title sounds familiar, it is because the upcoming movie is based on a book written by Rachel Joyce in 2012, with the same title. The book became extremely popular in the UK, especially with a unique and bittersweet story about a man’s life and the meaning it holds. Fans and readers of the book are more than glad that The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is being turned into a movie. We can only that the movie does justice to the book, and so far, by the looks of it, we think it might just.
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is going to make you laugh, cry and smile through your tears all at once, and there is nothing we can do to prepare you for the journey that you are about to take with Harold Fry. Albeit, we can tell you everything you need to know about the upcoming movie to give you an idea of what you can expect from it. So, keep reading this article to learn everything you need to know about The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, from the plot to the cast to the release date and more:
Prepare for an unforgettable journey with Jim Broadbent and Penelope Wilton in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
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What Is The Plot of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry?
Well, the title The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry gives away at least a little bit about the plot, as the movie revolves around the man Harold Fry and an unlikely journey that he sets to take, unprepared. While we don’t have an official synopsis for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, we can still tell you all about the plot details without giving away too much, so you can still enjoy the movie when it releases. Since The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is based on a book, it makes things easier for us to explain, however, we are certain that there will be some changes made when the transition from book to screen takes place.
As we mentioned before, the protagonist of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is going to Harold Fry, a man in his 60s. Harold is like another man his age. He’s married. He goes about his day like every other day. While he is seemingly living a good life, he isn’t satisfied, but he doesn’t fully comprehend that until the movie actually sets foot, and so does Harold Fry. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry as a movie begins when Harold Fry receives a letter from Queenie Hennessy, whom he knew over twenty years ago, and now has terminal cancer. Originally, Harold plans to write back, but things change and so does his mind when he goes to post that letter. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is a story about faith when Harold decides to call the hospice and begs them to tell Queenie that she must stay alive as he makes his journey to her. Now, this isn’t just any journey, Harold isn’t taking the train or the bus, but instead, he is walking, more than five hundred miles.
Harold’s wife isn’t thrilled about it, he is an old man who is risking his life but nothing seems to stop Harold. In fact, he garners a lot of support from all over the UK, people who are inspired by his determination. He’s now in newspapers and everyone is talking about him and how inspiring he is. However, a journey like this can never be busy, and he goes through far too many hurdles, at times he wants to give up. We can’t wait to see Harold Fry complete his journey in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
While the unlikely pilgrimage is about Harold and his journey, it covers some deeper topics of self-discovery because Harold has a lot of time to reflect on his entire life and the relationships that he has built. Now, he has a lot of time to reflect back on all his years, and possibly make some changes and maybe even amend relationships. This is why we said, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry will make you smile through the tears, so we highly recommend carrying a box of tissues for you when you go watch the movie. The cast of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is one to look out for as well, and we will be talking about that in the next section!
The Cast of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry
Without a doubt, the main focus of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is going to Harold Fry himself, and the character will be played by none other than Jim Broadbent. Broadbent is a prominent English actor who has appeared in several movies and tv shows, but you might recognize him best from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Other movies that he has previously appeared in and are definitely worth a watch are King of Thieves, Bridget Jones Baby, Hot Fuzz, and The Sense of an Ending amongst several others. Undoubtedly, Broadbent as Harold Fry is going to be the star of the show when it comes to The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
Other actors and actresses who will be joining Jim Broadbent in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry are Penelope Wilton, Manoj Anand, Asha Patel, Monika Gossmann, Bethan Cullinane, and Georgina Strawson amongst others. It will be interesting to see the roles these cast members play in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
When and Where Can You Watch The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry?
You won’t have to wait too long before you can finally watch The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, as the movie is slated to release on the 28th of April. So, while the release is still a couple of months away, it will still be released in the first half of 2023 and we are all looking forward to it. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry deserves the screen treatment, and that is exactly what it will be getting. Make sure you book your tickets to watch The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry in the theatres near you!
Is There a Trailer for The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry?
The official trailer of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry will give you a good idea of what you can expect from the upcoming movie, and hopefully, just the trailer will give you a whole lot of faith that you might be searching from. The trailer focuses on Harold Fry and his journey from his home to the hospice where Queenie is. There are a lot of highs and lows in the trailer and we can’t wait to see how things pan out in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry. Make sure you watch the trailer ahead of the movie to get a good idea of what you can expect. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is going to be a rollercoaster ride, and the trailer is proof of that, without giving too much away in the few minutes that we catch a glimpse of.
Conclusion
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is going to be one of the most prominent movies of 2023, however, we have a feeling that it might not get as much viewership mainly because of all the big releases this year. Nevertheless, we are more than certain that everyone in the UK will want to watch this movie, and hopefully, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry becomes popular worldwide too, because it most certainly deserves that attention. We recommend reading the book eventually, however, it definitely isn’t a prerequisite.
Deepti is a prolific content writer for OpenMediaHub who specializes in movies, tv shows, and web series, along with occasional reviews. Her interests lie in watching different genres and reading comics books, although her main passion is writing for as long as she remembers.
