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The Union (2024 film)

The Union is a 2024 American spy action comedy thriller film directed by Julian Farino and written by Joe Barton and David Guggenheim.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Union is a 2024 American spy action comedy thriller film directed by Julian Farino and written by Joe Barton and David Guggenheim. Starring Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry, it follows a New Jersey construction worker recruited into an intelligence mission by his former high school sweetheart. The film was released by Netflix on August 16, 2024.

Premise

The story follows Mike, a New Jersey construction worker who is recruited into a high-stakes intelligence operation by Roxanne, his former high school sweetheart. The plot combines espionage, action, and comedy elements.

Production

The film was directed by Julian Farino from a screenplay by Joe Barton and David Guggenheim. It was produced for Netflix and features a cast led by Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry.

Release

The Union was released on Netflix on August 16, 2024. Some listings also note a limited theatrical release on the same date.

Reception

Coverage at release described the film as receiving mixed reviews. Critics noted its spy-comedy premise and comparison to other action franchises, while overall reactions were divided.

Key facts

  • The Union is a 2024 American film directed by Julian Farino.
  • It was written by Joe Barton and David Guggenheim.
  • The film stars Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry in the lead roles.
  • Netflix released the film on August 16, 2024.
  • The premise centers on a construction worker drawn into an espionage mission by a former high school sweetheart.
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Canadian context

The film is available through Netflix in Canada, making it directly accessible to Canadian viewers through the same streaming platform.[15]

Frequently asked questions

What is The Union?
The Union is a 2024 American spy action comedy thriller film directed by Julian Farino.
Who stars in The Union?
The film stars Mark Wahlberg, Halle Berry, Mike Colter, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Alice Lee, Jackie Earle Haley, and J. K. Simmons.
When was The Union released?
It was released on Netflix on August 16, 2024.
What is The Union about?
It follows a New Jersey construction worker who is recruited into an espionage mission by his former high school sweetheart.
Who directed The Union?
Julian Farino directed the film.
How was The Union received?
It was reported to have received mixed reviews.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Union_(2024_film)
    Supports: Director, writers, cast, release date, genre, and mixed reviews.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_union
    Supports: Director, producers, screenwriters, distributor, rating, genre, runtime, and release dates.
  3. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81282732
    Supports: Synopsis, starring cast, and streaming availability.
  4. Netflix — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vea9SdnRMyg
    Supports: Official trailer synopsis and cast.