Shadow Force is a 2025 action thriller directed by Joe Carnahan, featuring Kerry Washington and Omar Sy as Kyrah and Isaac, former leaders of a covert multinational special forces unit. Their forbidden romance leads them to defect from the organization to protect their son, Ky. When Isaac’s heroics during a bank robbery expose their location, they become targets of their former employer, igniting a high-stakes battle for their family’s survival.
Cast:
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Kerry Washington as Kyrah Owens
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Omar Sy as Isaac Sarr
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Jahleel Kamara as Ky Sarr
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Mark Strong as Jack Cinder
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Da’Vine Joy Randolph as Auntie Clanter
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Cliff “Method Man” Smith as Marcus “Unc” Owens
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Natalia Reyes, Yoson An, and others in supporting roles
Production Details:
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Director: Joe Carnahan
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Writers: Joe Carnahan and Leon Chills
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Producers: Kerry Washington, Pilar Savone, Stephen “Dr.” Love, and Sterling K. Brown
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Runtime: 104 minutes
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Release Date: May 9, 2025 (USA)
Critical Reception:
“Shadow Force” has received mixed reviews. Critics have pointed out issues with its narrative coherence and character development. While some performances, notably Omar Sy’s, have been praised, others, including Kerry Washington’s, have faced criticism for overacting. The film’s action sequences and overall execution have been described as lacking originality and depth.
Availability:
As of now, “Shadow Force” is exclusively available in theaters. There is no confirmed date for its release on streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, or Starz. Based on Lionsgate’s previous release patterns, a digital release might occur in late May, with potential availability on Starz by late September or early October 2025.