The Killer’s Game
The Killer’s Game (2024) is an action-comedy film directed by J.J. Perry, starring Dave Bautista as Joe Flood, a seasoned hitman who finds himself in a life-or-death situation of his own making.
advertisement🎬 Plot Summary
Joe Flood, a top-tier assassin, receives a terminal diagnosis and, seeking to spare his ex-girlfriend Maize (Sofia Boutella) from witnessing his decline, hires a hitman to take him out. However, just as the contract is set to be executed, Joe learns that his diagnosis was a mistake—he's not dying after all. Unable to cancel the hit, Joe must now survive a barrage of assassins he once called colleagues and win back Maize's trust before it's too late.
🎭 Cast Highlights
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Dave Bautista as Joe Flood
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Sofia Boutella as Maize
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Ben Kingsley as Zvi
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Pom Klementieff as Marianna
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Terry Crews, Scott Adkins, Marko Zaror, and Drew McIntyre in supporting roles
📈 Reception
The film received mixed reviews:
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Rotten Tomatoes: 46% critic score, 79% audience score.
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Metacritic: 36/100 critic score, 4.3/10 user score.
Critics praised Bautista's performance but felt the film lacked originality and depth. Some reviewers highlighted the film's over-the-top action sequences and comedic elements, though opinions varied on their effectiveness.
advertisement📺 Where to Watch
The Killer’s Game premiered in U.S. theaters on September 13, 2024, and was released digitally on October 4, 2024. It is expected to be available on Starz in early 2025.
advertisement🧠 Final Thoughts
The Killer’s Game offers a blend of action and comedy, driven by Dave Bautista's charismatic performance. While the film may not break new ground in its genre, it provides an entertaining experience for fans of action-comedies.
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