“Angel Has Fallen” is a 2019 action thriller film directed by Ric Roman Waugh. It is the third installment in the “Fallen” series, following “Olympus Has Fallen” (2013) and “London Has Fallen” (2016). The film stars Gerard Butler, Morgan Freeman, and Nick Nolte. In “Angel Has Fallen,” Secret Service agent Mike Banning (Gerard Butler) finds himself framed for an assassination attempt on U.S. President Allan Trumbull (Morgan Freeman). As Banning becomes the target of a nationwide manhunt, he must evade his own agency and the FBI while uncovering the real threat to the president.

The film opens with Banning grappling with physical and emotional fatigue from his career, considering a potential promotion to Director of the Secret Service. During a fishing trip with President Trumbull, a drone attack occurs, killing many of Trumbull’s security detail and leaving the president in a coma. Banning is the sole survivor and is soon framed for the attack when his DNA is found on the drones used in the assault. On the run, Banning turns to his estranged father, Clay Banning (Nick Nolte), a reclusive Vietnam War veteran living off the grid. Together, they work to evade capture and clear Banning’s name. As the conspiracy unravels, Banning discovers a plot led by Wade Jennings (Danny Huston), a private military contractor and former Army comrade, who seeks to profit from increased defense spending. “Angel Has Fallen” combines intense action sequences with themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption.

The film features thrilling chases, shootouts, and hand-to-hand combat, maintaining the high-octane energy of its predecessors. Gerard Butler delivers a robust performance as the resilient and resourceful Mike Banning, while Morgan Freeman adds gravitas as President Trumbull. Nick Nolte’s portrayal of Clay Banning provides a touch of humor and emotional depth to the story. Despite mixed reviews from critics, “Angel Has Fallen” was praised for its action scenes and Butler’s performance. It achieved commercial success, cementing the “Fallen” series as a popular franchise in the action genre. The film appeals to fans of high-stakes, fast-paced thrillers with a focus on personal and political intrigue.