In Theatres January 15th, 2016 (February 29th, 2016 UK). A newly married couple (Dakota Fanning and Theo James) are forced to navigate the all-consuming interest of a powerful, mysterious, and possessive philanthropist (brilliantly played by Richard Gere). |--| Director: Andrew Renzi. Writers: Andrew Renzi. Actors: Richard Gere, Dakota Fanning, Theo James. Genre: Thriller. The Benefactor official trailer courtesy of Samuel Goldwyn Films. FilmTrailerZone is the #1 destination for all movie fans to catch the latest movie trailers, clips, featurettes & much more of the latest promotional content from your most anticipated movies!.