‘Pressure’ Review: A Superb Andrew Scott Faces Off Against Brendan Fraser in a Tense D-Day Drama
The film 'Pressure' explores a lesser-known aspect of World War II, focusing on the critical weather forecasts leading up to D-Day. Andrew Scott delivers a standout performance as Scottish meteorologist Dr. James Stagg, who clashes with American meteorologist Irving Krick over forecasting methods. The tension escalates as Stagg warns that the planned invasion date may lead to disaster due to poor weather conditions.
- ▪The film is directed by Anthony Maras and is based on a stage play by David Haig.
- ▪Andrew Scott plays Dr. James Stagg, who heads the weather forecasting team for the D-Day invasion.
- ▪The story unfolds in the 72 hours leading up to the invasion, highlighting the conflict between Stagg and Irving Krick.
- ▪Brendan Fraser portrays General Eisenhower, who faces pressure from both Stagg and Krick regarding the invasion date.
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- ▪ Pressure review – Andrew Scott and Brendan Fraser can’t save lower-tier D-day drama — The Guardian — Film
- ▪ Pressure Review: Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott Shine in a Tense, High-Stakes D-Day Thriller — IGN — Top
- ▪ ‘Pressure’ Review: Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott Are Overcast in This Middling D-Day Drama — TheWrap
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 00:45:00 +0000 |
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Brendan Fraser (left) and Andrew Scott in 'Pressure.' Alex Bailey/Focus Features/ STUDIOCANAL Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment You’d think that every story to be told about World War II would have been told by now. But the new film by Anthony Maras excavates a fascinating, little-known episode involving the preparations for D-Day and the all-important weather forecast that would determine the success or failure of the invasion.
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