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Truth and Treason

Truth and Treason is a 2025 American drama film based on the true story of Helmuth Hübener, a German teenager who resisted the Nazi regime during World War II.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Truth and Treason is a 2025 American drama film based on the true story of Helmuth Hübener, a German teenager who resisted the Nazi regime during World War II. Directed by Matt Whitaker, the film was released in U.S. theatres on October 17, 2025, and later on digital and home media.

Plot and historical basis

The film dramatizes the true story of Helmuth Hübener, a German teenager who opposed Nazi rule during World War II. Promotional materials describe his secret listening to banned radio broadcasts and his efforts to expose the regime.

Production

Truth and Treason was directed by Matt Whitaker, who co-wrote the screenplay with Ethan Vincent. The film was produced by Russ Kendall, John Foss, and Whitaker, with Adam Thomas Anderegg and Micah W. Merrill as executive producers. The film was previously titled Truth & Conviction.

Release

The film premiered in U.S. theatres on October 17, 2025, through Angel Studios. It was later released digitally on December 2, 2025, and on Blu-ray and DVD on January 20, 2026.

Key facts

  • Historical drama centred on Helmuth Hübener, a teenage anti-Nazi resistance figure.
  • Previously titled Truth & Conviction.
  • Directed by Matt Whitaker, who co-wrote with Ethan Vincent.
  • Stars Ewan Horrocks as Helmuth Hübener.
  • Theatrical release on October 17, 2025; digital December 2, 2025; Blu-ray/DVD January 20, 2026.
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Canadian context

The film is part of the broader international market for World War II historical dramas and would be of interest to Canadian audiences through streaming, home video, and festival-style coverage, but no specifically Canadian production connection is indicated in the provided sources.

Frequently asked questions

What is Truth and Treason about?
It is a historical drama about Helmuth Hübener, a German teenager who resisted Nazi rule during World War II.
Who directed Truth and Treason?
Matt Whitaker directed the film and co-wrote the screenplay with Ethan Vincent.
When was Truth and Treason released?
It was released in U.S. theatres on October 17, 2025.
What was the film’s original title?
The film was previously titled Truth & Conviction.
Who plays Helmuth Hübener?
Ewan Horrocks plays Helmuth Hübener.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truth_&_Treason
    Supports: Film title, genre, subject basis, director, writers, producers, release dates, and prior title.
  2. Angel Studios — https://www.angel.com/watch/truth-and-treason
    Supports: Official synopsis, cast, director, writer, and production credits.
  3. Angel Studios — https://www.angel.com/movies/truth-and-treason
    Supports: Official plot description and film presentation.
  4. AlloCiné — https://www.allocine.fr/film/fichefilm_gen_cfilm=139842.html
    Supports: Release information, genre, runtime, and cast.
  5. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/truth-treason-angel-studios-movie-review-2025
    Supports: Film review identifying Helmuth Hübener as the central historical figure and noting Gestapo pursuit.