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Hit Man Review (2024) — 80% Celluloid Score

Directed by Richard Linklater · 2024 ·

Short answer

Is Hit Man worth watching?

Yes. Hit Man (2024) earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (95%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%). See the 4 inputs.

80%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

95% Editorial Rating
86% Audience snapshot · excluded
83 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.7
6.9 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 56m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · A (India) · MA 15+ (Australia) · 14A (Canada)
Cast
Glen Powell , Adria Arjona , Austin Amelio , Retta , Sanjay Rao , Molly Bernard , Evan Holtzman , Gralen Bryant Banks
Streaming
Netflix
Language
English

Also known as Cómplices del engaño Hit Man. Asesino por casualidad A Killer Romance Assassino por Acaso ヒットマン 히트맨 职业杀手 當殺手戀愛時

Where to watch

  • Netflix

Where to watch Hit Man by country

Country Streaming on
India Netflix
Indonesia Netflix
Japan Hulu, U-NEXT
Malaysia Netflix
Philippines Netflix
South Korea Netflix
Thailand Netflix
United Kingdom Netflix
United States Netflix

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (95/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (86%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (83/100).
  • Celluloid Score 80% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, romance, crime pick
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Hit Man worth watching?

    Yes — Hit Man earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, romance, crime pick. Read our full review (3.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Linklater’s fake-hitman rom-com became a Netflix word-of-mouth hit — Powell’s charisma vehicle, and the film that made him a lead.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (95%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%).

    What is Hit Man about?

    A mild-mannered professor moonlighting as a fake hit man in police stings ignites a chain reaction of trouble when he falls for a potential client.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Hit Man

    Hit Man (2024) Review: Glen Powell Plays Pretend

    Hit Man is Richard Linklater's sly screwball comedy about a professor posing as a contract killer, a star vehicle for Glen Powell with a wobbly final act.

    Mostly yes. It is a sexy, clever crime comedy with a star-making lead, ideal for a fun night in, though its moral wobble in the final stretch will not sit well with everyone.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Hit Man: frequently asked questions

    Is Hit Man worth watching?

    Yes. Hit Man (2024) has a Celluloid Score of 80%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Hit Man?

    In the United States, Hit Man streams on Netflix with a subscription. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Hit Man?

    Hit Man runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

    What is Hit Man rated?

    Hit Man is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, A in India, MA 15+ in Australia and 14A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Hit Man?

    Hit Man is directed by Richard Linklater and stars Glen Powell, Adria Arjona, Austin Amelio, Retta, Sanjay Rao.

    What is the Metascore for Hit Man?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Hit Man is 83 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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