The Hit

Year: 1985

Runtime: 98 min

Language: English

Director: Stephen Frears

DramaThrillerCrime

Two hardened assassins, played by John Hurt and Tim Roth, are tasked with transporting a former informant, portrayed by Terence Stamp, across Europe. Their mission quickly turns into a dangerous pursuit as they are forced to evade authorities and confront unexpected challenges while navigating a web of deceit and betrayal in a gritty crime drama.

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