Killing Gunther
Killing Gunther

Killing Gunther

2017Movie93 minEnglish

A group of eccentric assassins are fed up with Gunther, the world's greatest hitman, and decide to kill him – but their plan turns into a series of bungled encounters as Gunther seems to always be one step ahead.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes27%
Metacritic34/100
Google Users54%
Director: Taran KillamGenres: Comedy, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

A group of eccentric assassins decides they've had enough of the legendary hitman Gunther and concoct a plan to eliminate him. However, their elaborate scheme quickly unravels, turning into a chaotic and dangerous hunt where they must outsmart not only Gunther but also each other. The assassins find themselves in increasingly absurd and perilous situations as they attempt to achieve their seemingly impossible goal.

Critical Reception

Killing Gunther was met with generally negative reviews from critics and a lukewarm reception from audiences. While some appreciated its attempts at quirky humor and the presence of Arnold Schwarzenegger, the film was largely criticized for its weak script, predictable plot, and uneven comedic execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's comedic premise and ensemble cast fail to deliver consistent laughs.
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger's limited screen time and reliance on stock action tropes are disappointing.
  • The plot is derivative and lacks originality, making for a forgettable viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some found the concept amusing and appreciated the effort, many felt the humor fell flat and the movie did not live up to its potential, with some finding it to be a silly and uninspired comedy.

Fun Fact

Arnold Schwarzenegger was initially attached to the film as a producer and later agreed to star in it after Taran Killam pitched the concept directly to him.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Infuriatingly bad watch, probably won't watch again, and can't recommend. It's like someone wanted "Barry" and "The Office" to be the same thing, but they couldn't get a name big enough except for Arnold Schwarzenegger who looks awesome ...
Gimly

Gimly

That's a damn fine poster you've got there, _Killing Gunther_. Unfortunately, it's also indicative of _Killing Gunther's_ biggest problem: Leading the promotional material with Arnold Schwarzenegger. I know, from a marketing standpoint, it ...