description Hit Man Overview
Hit Man is a 2023 crime comedy directed by Richard Linklater. The film centers on an undercover New Orleans police contractor who assumes the role of a hitman to assist a woman facing danger. It’s based on the real-life experiences of a Houston Police Department officer from the late 1980s and 1990s, as documented in a magazine article.
info Hit Man Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2023 |
help Hit Man FAQ
Is Hit Man based on a real person?
Yes. Glen Powell's Gary Johnson is inspired by a real Houston man described in Skip Hollandsworth's 2001 Texas Monthly article. The movie fictionalizes major parts of the story, especially the romance with Madison.
Why is Hit Man set in New Orleans if Gary Johnson worked in Houston?
The real Gary Johnson worked with law enforcement in Houston, but Richard Linklater's film moves the story to New Orleans. That change also gives the movie a different visual and comic rhythm from a strict Texas true-crime adaptation.
When did Hit Man come out on Netflix?
Hit Man premiered at the Venice Film Festival in September 2023 and reached Netflix in June 2024 after a limited theatrical release. Netflix handled distribution in several major territories.
Who co-wrote Hit Man with Richard Linklater?
Glen Powell co-wrote the screenplay with Richard Linklater and also stars as Gary Johnson. The cast includes Adria Arjona as Madison, Retta as Claudette, and Austin Amelio as Jasper.
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