The Hitman's Bodyguard
The Hitman's Bodyguard

The Hitman's Bodyguard

2017Movie118 minEnglish

The world’s top bodyguard gets a new client, a hitman who must testify at the International Court of Justice. They must put their differences aside and work together to make it to the trial on time.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes42%
Metacritic41/100
Google Users72%
Director: Patrick HughesGenres: Action, Comedy, Thriller

Plot Summary

The world's top bodyguard is hired to protect his mortal enemy, a notorious hitman who must testify at the International Criminal Court. The unlikely duo are forced to work together and are pursued by a ruthless dictator and his henchmen. They must survive the perilous journey to The Hague and put their animosity aside if they are to make it out alive.

Critical Reception

The Hitman's Bodyguard received mixed reviews from critics but was a commercial success, praised for its action sequences and the chemistry between its lead actors, though criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on action movie tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film excels in its over-the-top action sequences and fight choreography.
  • Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson share undeniable chemistry, providing much of the film's humor.
  • The plot is largely predictable and derivative of other action-comedy films.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, particularly for its non-stop action and the humorous banter between the lead actors. Some viewers found the plot a bit weak but were entertained by the overall spectacle and comedic elements.

Fun Fact

During filming, Samuel L. Jackson reportedly insisted on wearing his own custom-made suits, which were then tailored to fit the character's style.

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6 reviews
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

“Kincaid” (Samuel L. Jackson) is slated to give crucial evidence against Belorussian megalomaniac “Dukhovich” (Gary Oldman) who is in custody in Holland but who has every intention of wiping out this witness. Meantime, AAA private security ...
BlackSails

BlackSails

Good old-school entertainment, so much so that I thought it was from earlier 2000s rather than 2017.
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

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Reno

Reno

**Once upon a time two sworn enemies teamed up!** Maybe the critics are right, but like usual, I don't have to agree with them. This is a nice film, not a great film as a few people lauding. It is entertaining. All the stunts were good, ...
Gimly

Gimly

_The Hitman's Bodyguard_ is getting absolutely flensed by the critics, including several of whom I personally value the opinion of very highly. But when it comes to _The Hitman's Bodyguard_, I gotta flat out disagree. It's not out here chan...
garethmb

garethmb

For professional Bodyguard Michael Bryce (Ryan Reynolds), life is good. As an elite member of his craft, he is well paid and lives a very good life keeping high-profile targets safe the world over. When things unexpectedly take a turn we fi...