'Oppenheimer' cast attend London premiere - then exit amid Hollywood actors' strike

The much-anticipated UK premiere of Christopher Nolan's latest film, "Oppenheimer," drew a constellation of stars to the red carpet in London before they left amid the ongoing actors strike in Hollywood.

Cillian Murphy, Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, Rami Malek, Florence Pugh, and Robert Downey Jr were among the A-list cast attending the event. However, the premiere was not without its own share of drama, as several stars left early due to the ongoing Screen Actors Guild (SAG) strike that has engulfed Hollywood.

The strike, initiated by Hollywood actors, was triggered after talks between their union and major studios and streaming giants broke down. The Writers Guild of America has already commenced its industrial action, and the combined impact of both strikes threatens to bring the industry to a grinding halt, causing significant disruptions to future film releases.

Prior to the screening, director Christopher Nolan addressed the audience, acknowledging the absence of some stars, stating, "Unfortunately, they've left to write their picket signs."