If you are a fan of spy novels, you might have heard of the Argylle series by Elly Conway, a reclusive author who writes about the adventures of Aubrey Argylle, a fictional secret agent. But what if I told you that Argylle is not entirely fictional, and that his stories are actually based on real events? That's the premise of the new movie Argylle, directed by Matthew Vaughn and starring Henry Cavill as the title character.
In this article, I will give you some information about the movie, its plot, its cast, and its mysterious source material. Let's find out the answer the burning question: who is the real Agent in Argylle?
Key takeaways:
- The movie "Argylle" poses the intriguing question of who the real Agent Argylle is. The possibilities include Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, or even Samuel L. Jackson, with a cliffhanger ending hinting at more revelations.
- "Argylle" is a spy action comedy starring Bryce Dallas Howard as Elly Conway, a spy novelist. Aidan (Sam Rockwell) reveals the novels predict real events, and Elly, actually named Rachel Kelly, unravels a conspiracy involving the Division.
- The enigmatic author of the Argylle series, Elly Conway, is a reclusive p, rumored to be a pseudonym for someone like Taylor Swift, Tammy Cohen, or even the movie's director, Matthew Vaughn. The mystery surrounding her identity adds intrigue to the unfolding story.
Who Is The Real Agent In Argylle?
The most intriguing question of all is: who is the real Agent Argylle? Is he based on a real person or a fictional character? Is he Henry Cavill or someone else?
The movie does not give a definitive answer to this question, as it leaves some clues and hints for the audience to interpret. However, here are some possible theories:
- Agent Argylle is Henry Cavill: The simplest explanation is that Henry Cavill plays both Aubrey Argylle, the fictional secret agent from Elly's novels, and the real Agent Argylle, who is Rachel Kelly's former partner and lover. He is the one who helped her escape from the Division and implanted her memories into the novels. He also poses as Aidan, the spy who saves her from the train ambush, and guides her to the Masterkey.
- Agent Argylle is Sam Rockwell: Another possibility is that Sam Rockwell plays both Aidan, the spy who saves Elly from the train ambush, and the real Agent Argylle, who is Rachel Kelly's former partner and lover. He is the one who helped her escape from the Division and implanted her memories into the novels. He also poses as Aubrey Argylle, the fictional secret agent from Elly's novels, to protect his identity.
- Agent Argylle is Samuel L. Jackson: A more surprising theory is that Samuel L. Jackson plays both a mysterious p who appears in Elly's novels and the real Agent Argylle, who is Rachel Kelly's former partner and lover. He is the one who helped her escape from the Division and implanted her memories into the novels. He also poses as Alfred Solomon, a former CIA deputy director, to help Elly and Aidan find the Masterkey.
- Agent Argylle is someone else: A final option is that Agent Argylle is someone else who has not been revealed yet, either in the movie or in the novel. He might be a new character who will appear in the sequel, or a hidden character who has been in plain sight all along. He might be related to Elly Conway, or to the Division, or to someone else.
The movie ends with a cliffhanger that suggests that there is more to come in the Argylle saga. The sequel, titled Argylle: The Spy Who Loved Me, is already in development and is expected to be released in 2025. It might answer some of the questions that have been raised by the first movie, or it might raise even more.
Until then, we can only speculate and enjoy the mystery of Agent Argylle.
What Is The Movie Argylle About?
Argylle is a spy action comedy film that follows Elly Conway (Bryce Dallas Howard), an introverted spy novelist who has just finished her fifth book about Aubrey Argylle. On a train journey, Elly is saved from an ambush by an actual spy, Aidan (Sam Rockwell), who explains to her that a devious organization, known as the Division, has targeted her because the novels seemingly predict their future.
Aidan travels with Elly to England, hoping that her next chapter will reveal how to stop the Division. In London, the duo searches for a "Masterkey" that would help expose the Division that Elly had also referenced in her novels. Along the way, they encounter various characters from Elly's books, such as Alfred Solomon (Bryan Cranston), a former CIA deputy director; Catherine O'Hara (Catherine O'Hara), Elly's mother; Dua Lipa (Dua Lipa), a pop star; Ariana DeBose (Ariana DeBose), a hacker; John Cena (John Cena), a mercenary; and Samuel L. Jackson (Samuel L. Jackson), a mysterious p.
But the biggest surprise comes when Aidan and Alfred reveal that Argylle is not entirely fictional: Elly is in fact Rachel Kelly (an acronym for Argylle), who was captured and brainwashed by the Division five years ago; they put her suppressed memories into the novels. With the latest Argylle novel, Elly was about to uncover the whereabouts of the Masterkey before her cover was blown.
The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Elly Conway, which was published in 2023. The novel is said to be part of a trilogy, with two more books planned for release in 2024 and 2025. However, there is a lot of mystery surrounding the author and the book series, which I will discuss in the next section.
According to the IMDb page of the movie, "Argylle" is scheduled to be released in theaters on February 2, 2024, in the United States. It will also be released in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2024. The movie premiered at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London on January 24, 2024.
Who Is The Author Of The Argylle Series, Elly Conway?
Elly Conway is the author of the Argylle series, but not much is known about her. She is said to be a recluse who lives in Scotland and writes under a pseudonym. She has never given any interviews or public appearances, and her identity remains a secret.
However, some people have speculated that Elly Conway is not a real person, but a cover for another writer or a group of writers. Some of the possible candidates include:
- Taylor Swift: The pop star has been rumored to be behind the Argylle series, as she has expressed her love for spy Movies and novels in the past. She also collaborated with Dua Lipa on the soundtrack for the movie, and has been seen wearing an Argylle necklace.
- Tammy Cohen: The British thriller writer has been suggested as another possibility, as she has written several books with similar themes and plots to Argylle. She also shares some physical resemblance with Bryce Dallas Howard, who plays Elly Conway in the movie.
- Matthew Vaughn: The director of the movie has also been accused of being Elly Conway himself, as he has admitted to being involved in the writing process of the novel. He has also claimed that he met Elly Conway in person and that she is a real person.
The truth about Elly Conway's identity might be revealed soon, as Vaughn has promised to introduce her to the public at some point before or after the movie's release. He has also hinted that there might be more to her story than meets the eye.