The Secret Service and Kingsman: A Tale of Two Spy Franchises
Origins and Premise
Both The Secret Service (2014) and Kingsman (2021) share the common theme of secret organizations dedicated to protecting the world from nefarious forces. While The Secret Service follows the adventures of a young street urchin turned spy, Kingsman introduces a more refined and aristocratic world of espionage.
The Secret Service (2014)
Directed by Matthew Vaughn, The Secret Service stars Taron Egerton as Eggsy, a troubled but resourceful teenager. When Eggsy is recruited by Harry Hart (Colin Firth), a senior Kingsman agent, he embarks on a rigorous training program to become a spy.
Kingsman (2021)
The prequel to The Secret Service, Kingsman, tells the origin story of the organization. Set during World War I, the film follows Orlando Oxford (Ralph Fiennes), a young aristocrat who joins a team of spies led by Duke Orlando (Tom Hollander). Together, they fight against a secret society that threatens to destabilize the world.
Cast and Crew
The Secret Service (2014)
Actors/Actresses: * Taron Egerton as Eggsy Unwin * Colin Firth as Harry Hart * Mark Strong as Merlin * Mark Hamill as Professor Arnold * Sophie Cookson as Roxy Morton Directors: * Matthew Vaughn Writers: * Jane Goldman * Matthew VaughnKingsman (2021)
Actors/Actresses: * Ralph Fiennes as Orlando Oxford * Harris Dickinson as Conrad Oxford * Gemma Arterton as Polly * Tom Hollander as Duke Orlando * Matthew Goode as Tristan Directors: * Matthew Vaughn Writers: * Jane Goldman * Matthew Vaughn 
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