London Has Fallen (2016)
- During the filming of London Has Fallen, Gerard Butler improvised one of the most famous lines in the movie.
- Before Gerard Butler was cast, several major A-list stars turned down the lead role because they felt the script was too risky.
- Babak Najafi originally wanted a completely different ending for the film, but test audiences preferred the one we see today.
London Has Fallen is a 2016 American action thriller directed by Babak Najafi, the sequel to Olympus Has Fallen. Gerard Butler returns as Secret Service agent Mike Banning, who must protect President Benjamin Asher, played by Aaron Eckhart, when a coordinated terrorist attack strikes during the British Prime Minister's state funeral in London, killing multiple world leaders and devastating the city's landmarks. With London's emergency services overwhelmed and every world leader a target, Banning must fight through the streets and tunnels of the besieged city to get the President to safety and uncover the mastermind behind the attack.
The film delivered relentless action through London's iconic locations, including Westminster Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Houses of Parliament. London Has Fallen earned $205 million worldwide on a $60 million budget, ensuring the franchise's continuation.
