Hitman (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 6.1

Hitman poster

Released in 2007, Hitman is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Xavier Gens, running about 89 minutes. “Most believe his very existence is a sin. But others know he is a necessary evil.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A genetically engineered assassin with deadly aim, known only as "Agent 47" eliminates strategic targets for a top-secret organization. But when he's double-crossed, the hunter becomes the prey as 47 finds himself in a life-or-death game of international intrigue.

Who’s in it. Hitman stars Timothy Olyphant as Agent 47, Dougray Scott as Mike Whittier, Olga Kurylenko as Nika Boronina and Robert Knepper as Yuri Marklov, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Hitman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $100M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel and Starz and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hitman page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hitman tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hitman (2007)?
In US, Hitman is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Hitman worth watching?
Hitman holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Hitman?
Hitman stars Timothy Olyphant, Dougray Scott, Olga Kurylenko, Robert Knepper and Ulrich Thomsen.
When was Hitman released?
Hitman was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.