The Jackal (1997)

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"How do you stop an assassin who has no identity?"

Movie · 1997 · 2h 4m · Released · Rated R · Action, Crime, Thriller

Synopsis

Hired by a powerful member of the Russian mafia to avenge an FBI sting that left his brother dead, a psychopathic hitman known only as The Jackal proves an elusive target for the people charged with the task of bringing him down: a deputy FBI director, a Russian MVK Major, and a jailed IRA terrorist who can recognize him.

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Cast

  • Bruce Willis as The Jackal
  • Richard Gere as Declan Mulqueen
  • Sidney Poitier as Carter Preston
  • Diane Venora as Major Valentina Koslova
  • J.K. Simmons as FBI Agent T. I. Witherspoon
  • Mathilda May as Isabella Zanconia
  • John Cunningham as FBI Director Donald Brown
  • Jack Black as Ian Lamont
  • Stephen Spinella as Douglas
  • Tess Harper as The First Lady

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BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a tense, fast-paced thriller that keeps you guessing, The Jackal is a solid pick. This 1997 action crime film features Bruce Willis as a deadly hitman hired by the Russian mafia to avenge a family loss, with Richard Gere and Sidney Poitier playing the determined men trying to stop him. The story moves quickly and offers plenty of suspense as the characters race against time, making it a gripping watch for fans of classic 90s thrillers. It’s perfect if you like movies where the stakes are high and the cat-and-mouse chase never lets up. With a runtime just over two hours, it’s a satisfying way to spend an evening when you want something intense but not overly complicated. If you’ve enjoyed films like John Wick or Mission Impossible III, you’ll likely appreciate the mix of action and crime drama here.

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