Premeditated

A retired, legendary hitman is forced back into action when his estranged son is targeted by the criminal underworld. He must confront his past and use his lethal skills to protect his family. The film follows his dangerous journey through a world he tried to leave behind.

Premeditated received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising Stephen Lang's performance but finding the plot somewhat predictable. Audience reception leaned positive, particularly from fans of action thrillers.

• Praised for Stephen Lang's commanding presence and well-executed action sequences.
• Criticized for a conventional plot that offers few surprises in the hitman genre.
• Appreciated as a solid, if familiar, thriller that delivers on its promise of suspense.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, with many highlighting the action and Stephen Lang's performance as major strengths. Some viewers found the story to be a bit by-the-numbers, but most agreed it was an entertaining watch.

The film's director, Shane Kuhn, also wrote the screenplay, marking a significant directorial effort after a career primarily in writing and producing.