Maïwenn’s Jeanne Du Barry gets a UK release date

IN.2 Films will release the eagerly anticipated historical drama Jeanne du Barry in UK & Ireland cinemas on 19th April 2024.

Jeanne du Barry follows Jeanne Vaubernier (Maïwenn), a woman born into poverty who uses her intellect and charms to climb the social ladder, rising to the opulent court of King Louis XV of France (Johnny Depp).

On her official introduction to the King, their attraction is irresistible and Jeanne becomes his favourite courtesan, reigniting his appetite for life. The two fall madly in love and against all convention, Jeanne moves into the Palace of Versailles as scandal and revolution ensue. Starring Johnny Depp, with Maïwenn, who also directs and co-writes.

Jeanne du Barry opened the Cannes Film Festival 2023 and enjoyed an incredibly successful release across Europe with record-breaking attendances in France, CIS and Italy.