The Covenant
The Covenant
Guy Ritchie's The Covenant follows US Army Sergeant John Kinley (Jake Gyllenhaal) and Afghan interpreter Ahmed (Dar Salim). After an ambush, Ahmed goes to Herculean lengths to save Kinley's life. When Kinley learns that Ahmed and his family were not given safe passage to America as promised, he must repay his debt by returning to the war zone to retrieve them before the Taliban hunts them down first.
Numi reviewedSeptember 11, 2025
Guy Ritchie's The Covenant (2023) delivers a gripping war drama that focuses on the bond between a U.S. Army sergeant and his Afghan interpreter during the war in Afghanistan. Led by a strong performance from Jake Gyllenhaal, the film balances intense action with emotional depth, earning praise for its realistic portrayal of loyalty, sacrifice, and the human cost of conflict. While some critics noted its limited mass appeal and uneven pacing, many applauded its sincerity and craftsmanship, calling it one of Ritchie's most mature works. It stands out as a thoughtful entry in the Fictional Military genre. Rating: 4/5