The Six Triple Eight
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Directed by | Tyler Perry |
Written by | Tyler Perry |
Based on | "WAC Corporal Lena Derriecott and the 6888th Central Postal Battalion" by Kevin M. Hymel |
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Cinematography | Michael Watson |
Edited by | Maysie Hoy |
Music by | Aaron Zigman |
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Distributed by | Netflix |
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Country | United States |
Language | English |
The Six Triple Eight is an upcoming American war drama film written and directed by Tyler Perry, based on a 2019 WWII History magazine article by Kevin M. Hymel.
The Six Triple Eight is scheduled to be released in select cinemas on December 6, 2024, before its streaming debut by Netflix on December 20, 2024.
Premise
[edit]Showcases the contributions of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-black and all-female battalion, in World War II.
Cast
[edit]- Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams[1]
- Sam Waterston[2]
- Susan Sarandon[2]
- Oprah Winfrey[2]
- Ebony Obsidian[2]
- Milauna Jackson[2]
- Kylie Jefferson[2]
- Shanice Shantay[2]
- Sarah Jeffery[2]
- Pepi Sonuga[2]
- Jay Reeves[2]
- Jeanté Godlock[2]
- Moriah Brown[2]
- Baadja-Lyne Odums[2]
- Gregg Sulkin[2]
- Dean Norris[2]
Production
[edit]It was announced in December 2022 that Tyler Perry would be writing and directing the film at Netflix.[3] The film is based on historian Kevin M. Hymel's article "WAC Corporal Lena Derriecott and the 6888th Central Postal Battalion", published in the February 2019 issue of WWII History magazine.[4][5] In January 2023, the cast, including Kerry Washington, Sam Waterston, Susan Sarandon and Oprah Winfrey was announced, with Washington also joining as an executive producer.[2]
Filming began on January 17, 2023, in Atlanta.[6] Production also occurred in Little Germany, Bradford in February.[7] Filming took place in Cedartown, Georgia on March 28, 2023.[8]
Release
[edit]In February 2024, Six Triple Eight was reported to be part of Netflix's 2024 release calendar, with a specific date yet to be announced.[9][10][11] In August 2024, it was announced that the film would be released in a limited theatrical release on December 6, 2024, with a streaming release two weeks later on December 20 on Netflix.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ Jackson, Angelique (February 16, 2023). "Tyler Perry, Kerry Washington Share First Look at Netflix World War II Film 'Six Triple Eight'". Variety. Retrieved February 23, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p Grobar, Matt (January 11, 2023). "Kerry Washington To Exec Produce, Star In Tyler Perry's Netflix WWII Pic Six Triple Eight; Sam Waterston, Susan Sarandon & Oprah Winfrey Among Others Set". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 14, 2022). "Tyler Perry Sets Next Film At Netflix: Six Triple Eight About Only All-Black Female WWII Battalion". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
- ^ Galuppo, Mia (December 14, 2022). "Tyler Perry Sets WWII Movie 'Six Triple Eight' at Netflix". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 23, 2023.
- ^ Hymel, Kevin M. (February 2019). "WAC Corporal Lena Derriecott and the 6888th Central Postal Battalion". Warfare History Network. Retrieved February 23, 2023.
- ^ Steves, Ashley (January 6, 2023). "Now Casting: Tyler Perry's Six Triple Eight Needs Talent + 3 More Gigs". Backstage. Retrieved January 12, 2023.
- ^ Marano, Rebecca (January 31, 2023). "Six Triple Eight: New Netflix film starring Oprah Winfrey, Kerry Washington and Susan Saradon to be filmed in Little Germany, Bradford". The Yorkshire Post. Retrieved February 1, 2023.
- ^ Stewart, Jeremy (March 28, 2023). "Tyler Perry shoots scenes for WWII-era movie in downtown Cedartown". Northwest Georgia News. Retrieved March 29, 2023.
- ^ "Next on Netflix: Your Ultimate Guide to the Movies and Shows Coming in 2024". Netflix Tudum. February 7, 2024. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (February 1, 2024). "Netflix 2024 Movie Slate: Titles From Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Jerry Seinfeld & Woody Woodpecker; 'Beverly Hills Cop 4' Sets Release Date". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ Reynolds, Genell (February 1, 2024). "Netflix, Tyler Perry to tell the story of heroic Black servicewomen in WWII". KSDK. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (August 28, 2024). "Netflix Unveils Premiere Date, Teaser, First-Look Photos For Tyler Perry's 'The Six Triple Eight'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 24, 2024.
External links
[edit]- Upcoming films
- 2024 films
- 2024 war drama films
- 2020s American films
- 2020s English-language films
- African-American drama films
- African-American war films
- American films based on actual events
- American war drama films
- American World War II films
- Drama films based on actual events
- Films about the United States Army
- Films based on newspaper and magazine articles
- Films directed by Tyler Perry
- Films scored by Aaron Zigman
- Films shot in Atlanta
- Films shot in Bradford
- Films with screenplays by Tyler Perry
- Mandalay Pictures films
- Upcoming English-language films
- Upcoming Netflix original films
- Women's Army Corps
- World War II films based on actual events