The Gorge: All we know About the Sci-fi Thriller Starring Miles Teller & Anya Taylor-Joy

Apple Original Films unveiled the thrilling first trailer for The Gorge at CCXP24, teasing an electrifying mix of action, romance, and suspense. Starring Top Gun: Maverick’s Miles Teller and The Queen’s Gambit’s Anya Taylor-Joy, alongside Sigourney Weaver, the film promises high-stakes intensity.

Directed by Doctor Strange’s Scott Derrickson, The Gorge follows two elite operatives stationed on opposite sides of a classified gorge, forced to confront a world-altering crisis. The trailer showcases breathtaking action, intense chemistry, and a gripping mystery that raises the stakes higher than ever.

This isn’t just an action-packed thriller—it’s a heart-pounding survival story with unexpected twists. From the star-studded cast to behind-the-scenes insights, here’s everything you need to know before its explosive release. Stay tuned for more updates as we uncover new details!

Release date & Where to Watch

The Gorge is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. It carries a PG-13 rating for intense action and violence, brief strong language, suggestive content, and thematic elements.

What is the plot of The Gorge?

Two elite snipers, Levi and Drasa, are stationed in watchtowers on opposite sides of a massive, highly classified gorge. Their mission is to guard against an unknown, looming threat lurking within. Despite the distance, they form an unexpected bond while staying vigilant against an unseen enemy.

As the true nature of the threat is revealed, Levi and Drasa must push their physical and mental limits to survive. With time running out, they’re forced to rely on each other in ways they never anticipated, turning their mission into a fight for not just survival—but something far deeper.

Blending romance, action, sci-fi, and thriller elements, The Gorge promises a high-stakes cinematic experience. The director aims to craft a film that balances emotional depth with relentless tension, as two warriors navigate both love and an unforgiving battlefield. With Apple and Skydance backing the project, expectations are sky-high for this genre-defying spectacle.

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Who’s in the cast of The Gorge?

• Miles Teller (Top Gun: Maverick, Footloose) stars as Levi, an American sniper haunted by his past. Labeled expendable, he discovers a new purpose through Drasa.

Miles describes the film as a unique love story between two snipers who connect through their scopes. "Because they are both snipers, they start to fall in love with each other through their sniper scope, and I thought that was a really interesting premise. Their love story was everything." (via whattowatch)

He adds that their relationship unfolds under intense pressure: "It’s a love story under tension. It takes you on a journey, and right when they seem the happiest, they get thrown into hell." For Levi and Drasa, survival isn’t enough unless they escape together: "It’s a living, breathing hell, and it’s not worth it if only one of them survives. They need to get out of that thing together, and I just love that." 

• Anya Taylor-Joy (The Queen’s Gambit, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga) stars as Drasa, a highly skilled Lithuanian sniper and trained assassin assigned to guard the opposite side of the gorge.

Anya says: "I wanted to dance with Miles. I’ve known Miles for a long time and I knew we’d have a good time making the movie. And I was in it for the dancing of course." (via whattowatch)

She describes Drasa as someone surprisingly at ease despite her job: "Because she’s so light, she’s able to bring Levi out of a dark place. I think she reminds Levi that there is light in the world. It felt really tender. I really loved the way they fell in love and what they do for each other. I found it very believable."

Miles adds how deeply he connected with his character: "When I read the scripts, my heart just broke for Levi. He felt like he was just existing, somewhere in between and out of place. So, I really wanted that connection that he forms with Drasa to be some kind of light coming back into his life."

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• Sigourney Weaver (Alien) plays Bartholomew, a mysterious figure who recruits Levi to guard the gorge.
• Sope Dirisu portrays JD, Levi’s predecessor, who has just completed his year-long post and is eager to guide him.
• William Houston plays Erikas, Drasa’s devoted father, who helps her navigate her guilt.
• Kobna Holdbrook-Smith as Black Ops Commander
• James Marlowe as Bradford Shaw
• Julianna Kurokawa as Airman
• Ruta Gedmintas as WWII Scientist
• Oliver Trevena as Crewman
• Samantha Coughlan as Janet
• Sachin Bhatt as Officer Pascoe
• Greta Hansen as Brit
• József Tálos as Woody
• Alessandro Garcia as Ruben
• Adam Scott-Rowley as Joel
• Larisa Munoz Mejia as Young Female Police Officer

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Is There a Trailer for The Gorge?

The trailer for The Gorge introduces us to two elite operatives stationed in guard towers on opposite sides of a vast, mysterious gorge. Their mission: to protect the world from an unspecified evil lurking within. Despite the physical distance and the enigmatic threat they face, the two form a unique bond, communicating across the chasm as they remain vigilant against the unseen enemy. 

As the trailer progresses, tension escalates with rapid sequences of action, including intense combat scenes and moments of suspense. A voiceover hints at the gravity of their situation, stating, "The world's most dangerous secret lies between them." The chemistry between the lead characters is palpable, suggesting that their relationship will be central to the narrative as they confront the impending threat together. 

Visually, the trailer showcases stunning landscapes juxtaposed with high-tech military settings, creating a stark contrast between the natural beauty of the gorge and the ominous danger it conceals. The atmospheric score intensifies the sense of urgency and suspense, leaving viewers eager to uncover the secrets that The Gorge holds. 

For a closer look, you can watch the official trailer here:

Filming Details

Filming started in March 2023 in London, with additional production at Warner Bros. Studios, Leavesden, and various locations in Wales.

Behind the Scenes

An Apple Original Film, The Gorge is directed by Scott Derrickson and written by Zach Dean. Produced by Skydance Media, the film boasts an impressive team of producers, including David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, Derrickson, C. Robert Cargill, Sherryl Clark, Adam Kolbrenner, Zach Dean, and Gregory Goodman. Miles Teller also serves as an executive producer.

With Derrickson’s expertise in blending emotional depth with thrilling visuals and Dean’s knack for high-concept storytelling, The Gorge promises to be a gripping cinematic experience. The film’s immersive score is composed by Oscar-winning duo Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.