"The Old Guard" Director Unleashes New African Fantasy Epic—Idris Elba Leads All-Black Cast in Second "Legacy of Orïsha: Children of Blood and Bone" Trailer

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The big-screen adaptation of "Legacy of Orïsha: Children of Blood and Bone," the first novel in the "Legacy of Orïsha" series, is just two months away. Paramount Pictures has now debuted the Black-led action epic’s second trailer, along with a new official poster (below).

The official synopsis reads: In the epic fantasy world of Orïsha, a young woman embarks on a quest to reclaim the magic that was violently stolen from her people. She and her brother join forces with the king’s daughter and son to fight back against his brutal rule. The film opens in North American theaters on January 15, 2027.

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"Legacy of Orïsha: Children of Blood and Bone" is directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, who helmed the first "The Old Guard" movie. She co-wrote the screenplay with original author Tomi Adeyemi.

The sprawling ensemble of Black stars includes Lashana Lynch, Viola Davis, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Regina King, Cynthia Erivo, Idris Elba, Amandla Stenberg, Damson Idris and Thuso Mbedu.