The phrase “director’s cut” has become synonymous with Ridley Scott, thanks to films like “Blade Runner” and “Kingdom of Heaven.” His next film, “Napoleon,” will also have a director’s cut — and it is shaping up to be four hours long when it hits Apple TV+ early next year.
In an interview with Total Film Magazine, Ridley Scott says that he’s very pleased that his historical epic starring Joaquin Phoenix as the French general and emperor is being handled by Sony Pictures and Apple Original Films. He notes that this gives him the best of both worlds, with a full theatrical release and the editing freedom that comes with streaming.