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- 2017
- R
- Lionsgate Films
- 1 h 58 m
- 2017
- R
- Lionsgate Films
- 1 h 58 m
Summary The world’s top protection agent (Ryan Reynolds) is called upon to guard the life of his mortal enemy, one of the world’s most notorious hitmen (Samuel L. Jackson). The relentless bodyguard and manipulative assassin have been on the opposite end of the bullet for years and are thrown together for a wildly outrageous 24 hours. During thei...
Directed By: Patrick Hughes
Written By: Tom O'Connor
- 2017
- R
- Lionsgate Films
- 1 h 58 m
- 2017
- R
- Lionsgate Films
- 1 h 58 m
The Hitman's Bodyguard
47
6.5
Where to Watch
Summary The world’s top protection agent (Ryan Reynolds) is called upon to guard the life of his mortal enemy, one of the world’s most notorious hitmen (Samuel L. Jackson). The relentless bodyguard and manipulative assassin have been on the opposite end of the bullet for years and are thrown together for a wildly outrageous 24 hours. During thei...
Directed By: Patrick Hughes
Written By: Tom O'Connor
Where to Watch
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 42 Critic Reviews
47
24% Positive
10 Reviews
10 Reviews
60% Mixed
25 Reviews
25 Reviews
17% Negative
7 Reviews
7 Reviews
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 42 Critic Reviews
47
24% Positive
10 Reviews
10 Reviews
60% Mixed
25 Reviews
25 Reviews
17% Negative
7 Reviews
7 Reviews
For me, The Hitman’s Bodyguard is the epitome of what a summer movie should be. There’s sufficient spectacle to satisfy the “wow!” factor, some hammy performances by actors in their wheelhouses, a half-dozen solid laughs, and a script that, if not likely to be called “clever” or “smart”, doesn’t demand a frontal lobotomy to be enjoyed.
The film knows what it is, and lives in its ridiculous skin with an infectious, gleeful attitude. Unfortunately, The Hitman’s Bodyguard also doesn’t know when to say goodbye, and as a result, overstays it’s welcome.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 338 User Ratings
6.5
55% Positive
185 Ratings
185 Ratings
39% Mixed
133 Ratings
133 Ratings
6% Negative
20 Ratings
20 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 338 User Ratings
6.5
55% Positive
185 Ratings
185 Ratings
39% Mixed
133 Ratings
133 Ratings
6% Negative
20 Ratings
20 Ratings
combining 2 comedy legends and making an action film is a masterful idea change my mind
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Phenomenal movie start to finish. Ryan Reynolds is always first class in acting and comedy, with the added benefit of Samuel L. Jackson perfectly complimenting each other.
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Director Patrick Hughes' instinct isn't to find dark humor in violence, only to graphically depict it. There's a sadistic edge to The Hitman's Bodyguard that's unbecoming to its comedy.
The combination of the two showcases fun chemistry and antics, although surrounded by a formulaic narrative that action junkies have all seen before.
It occupies its genre niche — the exuberantly violent Euro-action movie-star paycheck action comedy — without excessive cynicism or annoying pretension.
Two characters, who you won’t like, insulting each other for two hours. Give it a miss and rewatch Midnight Run instead.
The Hitman’s Bodyguard simply doesn’t put in the effort, with the result that almost every aspect of the film proves wildly irritating, from its central odd couple to the dubious green-screen work that regularly has them pulling nonchalant faces in front of exploding buildings.
Oh nice more than few laughs with this one for sure. With lots of over the top action. Yeah it's not going to win any awards, but it's an easy watch and a lot of no brainer fun.
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A stylish action comedy, featuring a stellar cast with hilarious leads by Gosling and Jackson. Gary Oldman steals the show as a Russian baddie. There's plenty of sharp action and violence but most jokes aren't funny at all. The story is simple and predictable, dragging out a bit too much.
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Another action film with two big names. Some comedy thrown in there, but nothing too new. If you're going to the movies to escape and don't want to be bothered with the outside world, this movie is for you. Definitely not for me. Also, those long drawn out car chasing scenes are getting really old.
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I'll give it a couple points for the very few funny jokes there were. Semi decent car chases, and the fact that Ryan Reynolds got shot in the end. And to quote my kindred spirit "NotAmerican" If you want to watch a movie with actors who have excellent chemistry on-screen, I highly suggest The Nice Guys with Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe
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Production Company
Summit Entertainment,
Millennium Media,
Cristal Pictures,
East Light Media,
TIK Films,
Nu Boyana Film Studios,
Campbell Grobman Films,
TDMP,
Netherlands Film Production Incentive,
London Studios,
Above the Line Set Assistance & Security,
Davis-Films,
Skydance Media
Release Date Aug 18, 2017
Duration 1 h 58 m
Rating R
Tagline Everyone's out to get them... If they don't kill each other first.
Awards
Golden Trailer Awards
• 1 Win & 8 Nominations
Taurus World Stunt Awards
• 1 Nomination
