Hit Man: See release date, trailer, cast, plot and more

Richard Linklater's upcoming comedy, Hit Man, is set to hit Netflix on June 7, 2024, following its world premiere at the 80th Venice International Film Festival. This action-comedy, based on a true story, is making waves with its stellar cast and intriguing plot.

Release Date

With a limited theatrical run preceding its Netflix release, Hit Man debuts on June 7, 2024. The movie already earned acclaim at the 80th Venice International Film Festival on September 5, 2023, followed by successful appearances at the London Film Festival and Sundance. Garnering a 96% approval on Rotten Tomatoes after 72 reviews, it promises an engaging watch.

Cast

The ensemble cast of Hit Man features:

• Glen Powell as Gary Johnson
• Adria Arjona as Maddy Masters
• Austin Amelio as Jasper
• Retta as a police officer Gary works for
• Sanjay Rao as a police officer Gary works for
• Evan Holtzman as Ray Masters
• Molly Bernard
• Mike Markoff

Director Richard Linklater, collaborating with Powell, expressed the natural evolution of their partnership during the pandemic, resulting in a seamless working relationship.

Plot

The official synopsis describes Hit Man as a tale of a professor secretly moonlighting as a hit man for the police. The plot thickens when he breaks protocol to assist a woman leaving an abusive husband, finding himself entangled in dangerous territory as emotions come into play.

Critical Acclaim

Shirley Li from The Atlantic praises the film for its balance between humor and tension. She notes, «The police scenes are just light enough to be funny, the screwball sequences are just dark enough to keep you on the edge of your seat.» The movie receives accolades for its unique narrative and