Hidden Strike
Hidden Strike

Hidden Strike

2023Movie103 minEnglish

Two elite soldiers must escort civilians through a gauntlet of gunfire and explosions.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes5%
Metacritic29/100
Google Users57%
Director: Scott WaughGenres: Action, Comedy, Thriller

Plot Summary

A Chinese private security contractor and a former US Marine must work together to escort a group of civilians through a treacherous stretch of highway in Iraq. They face escalating danger from mercenaries and relentless attacks as they attempt to reach the safety of the Green Zone. The unlikely duo must overcome their differences and trust each other to survive the perilous journey.

Critical Reception

Hidden Strike received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, with many citing its weak plot, uninspired action sequences, and poor dialogue. Audience reception was also largely unenthusiastic, though some viewers appreciated the presence of Jackie Chan and John Cena.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a nonsensical plot and predictable action.
  • The chemistry between the leads is minimal, despite their star power.
  • Despite the potential of its star leads, the execution falls flat.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a rather forgettable action flick, with many expressing disappointment in the weak storyline and uninspired action choreography, though some found it mildly entertaining due to the star power of Chan and Cena.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'SNAFU' and was filmed in 2018, but its release was delayed for several years due to various production and distribution issues.

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Hidden Strike is a functional East meets West, military action thriller. There's reasonable chemistry between Jackie Chan and John Cena. Both are likeable and function well together, as an action duo.Chan has a well established backgroun...