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Cavill-Gyllenhaal Action Thriller “In the Grey” Gets Mixed Reviews, Box-Office Uncertainty

5/15/2026

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Summary

Cavill-Gyllenhaal Action

In the Grey opened in United States theaters on May 15, 2026, starring Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 58% rating from 12 critics, with the highest live score 5/10 and all four reviews mixed.
Critics praised action, Cavill-Gyllenhaal chemistry and entertainment while noting a convoluted plot, dialogue-heavy script and sluggish pacing.
Early audience called it hard-hitting despite low buzz that may hurt box-office performance.

Summary

Cavill-Gyllenhaal Chemistry

Guy Ritchie says the off-screen chemistry of Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal simplifies his directing.
The film marks the first major on-screen pairing of Henry Cavill with Jake Gyllenhaal.
Eiza González returns for her third collaboration with Henry Cavill and a reunion with Guy Ritchie.
Ritchie says the cast’s sync makes In the Grey feel like a spiritual sequel to The Man from U.N.C.L.E.

History

Historical Context

The 1964 TV series *The Man from U.N.C.L.E.*, boosted by the James-Bond spy boom, spawned color-film adaptations that earned millions worldwide. After rights were bought in 1993, Guy Ritchie’s 2015 movie revived the brand but only made $110 million on a $75 million budget. The 2026 release *In the Grey* follows that pattern, showing studios still banking on nostalgic spy pairings.

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Cavill-Gyllenhaal Action

In the Grey opened in United States theaters on May 15, 2026, starring Henry Cavill and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 58% rating from 12 critics, with the highest live score 5/10 and all four reviews mixed.
Critics praised action, Cavill-Gyllenhaal chemistry and entertainment while noting a convoluted plot, dialogue-heavy script and sluggish pacing.
Early audience called it hard-hitting despite low buzz that may hurt box-office performance.

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