American Assassin

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  • 2017


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34 % Rotten
$ 67 Million
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Positive Reviews 48
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Average Rating 2.4/5
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2.8
Sadly, though, those same generic beats make American Assassin highly forgettable. Av Club
2.0
Its an abrupt, gripping and brutal start to a thriller thats resolutely determined to wear its 18 certificate on its sleeves. Den Of Geek
2.5
But whatever goodwill the movie earns in its first half is squandered in its second. Den Of Geek
2.8
Still, passive audiences seeking pure escapism will find the bare minimum of fast action and ass kicking mandated by the movies formula. Indie Wire
1.5
No such luck: American Assassin doesnt exactly scream for the sequel treatment. Indie Wire
2.0
The book series is beloved by ex presidents and frequent fliers alike. Austin Chronicle
2.0
This gets an extra point for an exciting action finale, but loses several for a hero who may try your patience well before then. Time Out
3.5
Then again, what American Assassin lacks in originality, it makes up in breathtaking action that is often brutal. ETimes (TOI)
3.5
Then again, what American Assassin lacks in originality, it makes up in breathtaking action that is often brutal. ETimes (TOI)
3.1
The tone and style are cool and assured for the first half hour, but the movie loses its way after that. Rogerebert
3.4
It swaps out its intense, personal, character driven perspective for a much larger piece of grand spectacle that it doesnt have the capability to deli .. IGN
1.0
The scene is executed with such flippant sadism that the Spielberg steal feels doubly outrageous, and it quickly becomes one of the most counterproduc .. Telegraph
2.0
It has all of the witlessness of the Fast and Furious franchise with absolutely none of the exhilaration. The Young Folks
2.0
Michael Cuestas American Assassin is the latest attempt to bring a literary spy to life on the silver screen, and while the film impresses on a techni .. Cinema Blend
3.5
Theres a lot of going rogue here, as if the film is a psychological study on the gradations of rogue. Ny Daily News
2.5
The end result is a film that succeeds more at being silly than serious, but is also more enjoyable for it. Screen Rant
2.5
Come to think of it, American Assassin doesnt seem like a modern equivalent of a Schwarzenegger or Stallone blockbuster from the distant past, but of .. One Guys Opinion
2.5
American Assassin is a Big Action Beats formula thriller that overstays its welcome and never quite gels around its hunky young star, allowing Michael .. Rogers Movie Nation
2.8
Its a film where theres mayhem, explosions and danger at every turn; its a film that gives us the same old thriller story about spies, terrorists and .. Sover
1.8
Its not that American Assassin suddenly goes stupid, its already there, but in its hunger to dazzle the audience, it becomes generic, hacky, and noisy .. Blu Ray
5.0
Somewhere along the way Michael Cuesta morphed from a creator of thoughtful indie dramas... into an action director (Showtimes Homeland); if he ever w .. Chicago Reader
1.9
In regards to its characters, though, the movie is special in an egregious way. Mark Reviews Movies
1.0
This example, directed by Jung Byung gil, reaches spectacular heights in its violent combats driven The Times
1.0
Its just about conceivable that somebody who has never seen a spy thriller might find some enjoyment in American Assassin. The Times
3.0
Still, OBrien has an acceptable (albeit modest) level of charisma, Keaton adds gritty gravitas, and Cuesta keeps it all clipping along. News Review
2.0
Unfortunately, the generic title proves a reliable indicator of the films underwhelming content. Radio Times
3.5
Serviceable, but nothing more. (Full Content Review for Parents Violence, Profanity, Nudity, etc. also Available) Screen It
2.0
The film doesnt make much sense and the animation isnt especially sophisticated but the young kids at whom it is aimed should warm to its cheery tone .. Independent
3.1
Gorgeously shot by Enrique Chediak, American Assassin may be too slick for its own good, but OBrien cuts deep enough to make you root for a Rapp franc .. Rolling Stone
2.5
But the meta narrative of his rehabilitation provides a more compelling journey than the movie is interested in exploring with its lead character. The Wrap
2.0
You wish.The only thing that makes the film watchable at all is the supercharged performance by Michael Keaton in the role of trainer / mentor. Hindustan Times
2.0
Its shallow and self congratulatory, refusing to justify its incessant violence with character development or genre spectacle. The Guardian
1.0
OBrien demonstrates admirable deltoids and an ability to grow stubble as the character arc requires, but the attempt to rebrand counterterrorism manoe .. The Guardian
1.5
Its all around generic, made notable by its weirdly schizophrenic tone.Sometimes it strives to be a character driven thriller in the Jason Bourne mold .. Az Central
3.8
This cut to the chase opening moves fast, but like the film overall, it has a decent level of self awareness. Star Tribune
3.0
American Assassin sounds like a thriller by numbers, and so it is, but they are superior numbers. Daily Mail
4.0
What some will find a surprisingly unpredictable, action packed bit of entertainment, others may find a politically dubious gun and bomb party, but th .. Flim List
2.0
One mid film bait and switch can be seen a mile off while a predictably heroic finale and second spin table dresser fails to inspire much beyond light .. Film Inquiry
2.0
By the time the jarringly CGI heavy finale comes, any semblance of reality has been lost.As has its sense of fun. Empire
2.5
Susan Grangers review of American Assassin (Lionsgate/CBS Films) Derivative but diverting, this timely political thriller centers on covert U.S. opera .. Susang Ranger
2.0
American Assassin will satisfy those looking for mindless gunplay and a desire to see the world rain blood Flickering Myth
4.0
Verdict: Dylan OBrien and Michael Keaton make a lethal combo. Its been a while since we saw a good CIA movie. American Assassin is here to fill that v .. Book My Show
2.0
American Assassin, an action thriller based on a 2010 book by 24 consultant Vince Flynn, is no American Sniper. Boston Herald
1.3
This is a paint by numbers thriller that remains too slight and toothless, more concerned with affectation than authenticity, to make its protagonist .. Slant Magazine
2.0
A better film would have done something with the fact that the man Mitch and Hurley end up fighting is a product of the very system that sets people l .. The New Indian Express
3.5
Since this is in effect an origin story, a certain amount of time needs to be spent on explaining how Rapp arrived at his vocation and showing how he .. The New York Times
1.9
But mainly its focused on corpses, jihadists, American fury and the same old same old. Chicago Tribune
2.5
If you can get past the blunt jingoism and preposterous renderings of government intelligence protocol, American Assassin is a political thriller that .. Boston Globe
2.8
American Assassins politics may be wonky, but its gritty action works. Reeling Reviews
1.5
Because everyone knows that the way to stop ISIS is with a nice roundhouse. Uproxx
2.0
Lordy, save us from young hothead dudes who disobey every order yet save the day, leaving their older, wiser, and more experienced superiors in awe.Le .. Flickfilosopher
2.0
Its a fitting end to a film that calls for unilateral action and vigilante brutality on a global scale. The Irish Times
2.0
But whatever drew fans to Rapp doesnt seem to have made the transition to the movies, as Assassin is a generic, outdated action thriller with clunky d .. Las Vegas Weekly
2.5
American Assassin is as generic an espionage thriller as youre likely to find. ReelViews
5.0
Built for action, like its title character, the movie packs a muscular, bloody punch, but mainly its a well oiled diversion. Hollywood Reporter
1.5
Instead we get a film that manages to spend two hours without an intelligent or genuine moment. Lyles Movie Files
1.5
So beige and unmemorable that this writer struggled to recall any sort of palpable plot details mere hours after the credits rolled. Birth Movies Death
2.0
Then youll love this old school action thriller inspired by Vince Flynns best selling novels. Standard
3.5
I stretched to rate this 7/10, but dont think Vince Flynn would be pleased with this vapid, unoriginal rendering of his book at all, and the changing .. Tony Medley
1.5
With American Assassin, Michael Cuesta (Kill the Messenger) has made a movie where Michael Keaton bites Taylor Kitschs ear off unspeakably boring. Pajiba
4.0
Fifteen kilos of enriched weapons grade plutonium have been pilfered and the U.S. would like to get it back. Los Angeles Times
1.9
All of which would be fine if the film wasnt so consistently stupid. Movie Freak
2.5
American Assassin is based on Vince Flynns series of series of spy novels there are 16 in total and is the first chapter of a potential Mitch Rapp fra .. Detroit News
2.5
American Assassin is so close mouthed and macho that it blends in with Bourne, Bond and Takens Brian Mills. Rapp can blast his way through Turkey but .. Variety
0.6
Rome looks fantastic, but this throwback trash with gratuitous boobs and a speedboat climax smells like milk that rotted thirty years ago. Groucho Reviews
2.0
Considering the film is based on a series of novels, that may be precisely what the filmmakers were going for to make a forgettable film. Firstpost
1.5
Theres also a heavy dose of jingoism in the film that will grate on anyone who doesnt like such storytelling. Firstpost
2.5
Brought into a contemporary setting, the premise has been updated but the template is largely the same. Cnn
1.5
The film is the definition of rudimentary, with little spark or even intensity for its training sequences or action sequences. Forbes
2.5
IS A JEN LAWRENCE CALAMITY THAT PROMISES ONE THING AND DELIVERS SOMETHING ELSE THE EMOJI MOVIE IS A CHILLING TEXT MESSAGE SENT TO YOU ALL THE WAY FROM .. Herald Sun
1.5
American Assassin will satisfy those who want to see invulnerable American badasses gun down Middle Eastern terrorists.Its like if True Lies werent a .. Consequence Of Sound
2.0
But its just lacking in originality, in desperate need some sense of ingenuity, as a generic film befitting of its terribly generic title. Hey U Guys
2.5
So generic is this film, drawn from the vast pulp output of thriller scribbler Vince Flynn, it offers a glimpse into a dazzling future when robots beg .. The Star
3.1
Hollywood Assassin feels more accurate for a routine action thriller that eschews its gritty potential for a cliched and disappointing final product. Deseret News
1.5
If youre in an undemanding mood and a fan of the genre, American Assassin ticks enough boxes to make it worth a cheap seat. Film Ink
2.5
This is a spy thriller for the Trump Era, where rules that are inconvenient are simply brushed aside. Maki At The Movies
2.0
At times the film devolves into a mindless actioner, which is perhaps where it is most comfortable.
3.0
But whatever your feelings, you wont be able to stop watching for fear you might miss a second of its nuttiness. Games Radar
3.8
Many male moviegoers live and die by the Man Test, a measure of the films dudeliness that demands it feature three or more of the following elements t .. New York Post
2.0
Thats quite the troika, but saving this movie proves to be harder than saving the world. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
2.0
This is where the film leaves the realms of the real for good and becomes much more enjoyable as a fantasy genre exercise, a display of muscles and ci .. Lw Lies
3.0
Considering how generic this slice of vaguely xenophobic counter terror wish fulfillment is, it comes as a surprise how bloody American Assassin turns .. Flicks
3.8
The action is relentless; the story provides mostly believable thrills. Cleve Land
3.5
American Assassin: an efficient Friday night popcorn flogger eOne Films American Assassin is now screening. Stuff
2.5
But what if your story merely meanders, aimlessly moving from killing to killing without giving us stakes or someone to root for Film Racket
2.0
IF you are going to take on the Bourne/Bond spy thriller you better have a decent script or a massive budget. The Sun
3.5
An espionage action thriller of high stakes and a higher body count, American Assassin is brutal, entertaining and relevant. Matts Movie Reviews
3.2
What plays out on screen is standard operating espionage thriller. Patriot Ledger
3.8
Theres the usual amount of technobabble and spy jargon, but it passes unobtrusively as the story gets down to its bloody kill or be killed dynamics. Sltrib
2.0
Its hard to gauge whether American Assassin is a shallow tale lionising American patriotism or a condemnation of the US governments eagerness to recru .. Scmp
4.5
It swaps out its intense, personal, character driven perspective for a much larger piece of grand spectacle that it doesnt have the capability to deli .. Ign
2.5
Ludicrous, badly cast American Assassin full of holes At best I was buying about half of what American Assassin was selling.At. Chicago Sun Times
3.0
In his first truly adult role OBrien is magnetic, quick, and agile, but still not totally believable as a guy who can whup an entire room of trained k .. Punch Drunk Critics
3.5
There are no moments of humor or levity.It is wall to wall action with barely a breath in between. Movie Web
0.0
Theres plenty of talk about American Sins in American Assassin, but none of it changes the fact that the bad guys want to do bad things and must be st .. Sandiego Reader
3.8
The opening scene of American Assassin is one of the best Ive seen in years. It is tense, engaging, and has you with your heart in your throat the ent .. We Live Entertainment
4.5
These are definitely two characters I want to see again.The action is solid. We Live Entertainment
2.5
Its layered, moody and wasted here, destined to be overlooked in place of music on better films, which is too bad.Generally films have to be considere .. ComingSoon
3.0
Here he is dealing with much more pulpy and commercial popcorn fare but gives it a sense of authenticity and realism between all the violent and it is .. Dead Line
2.0
Without a ringer to elevate it, Cuestas film still manages to hold the viewers attention by keeping the pace high and fights frequent and crunching. The Skinny
5.0
The film is relentless, refusing to let you settle in and refusing to let you get comfortable, but its all the better for it; American Assassin has br .. Metro
1.5
But little else in this so called thriller musters much excitement. Cbr
2.0
Beached Watching American Assassin gives you a dose of the mid budget blues.Youll be familiar with the condition. The Ooh Tray
1.5
But you dont play a movie, its a passive storytelling experience. Lainey Gossip
3.0
As an origin story setting up a potential franchise, this first chapter is sort of a weak jump off point. Fresh Fiction
1.5
And, naturally, the folks behind it think its the beginning of a franchise.Good luck with that. Seven Day Svt
2.5
But Ill give it props for a few good things.The actors should be applauded for the effort it took to get through that mess of a script. Black Girl Nerds
1.5
From its rogue operatives to its double crosses and dont trust anyone speeches, stolen nukes and a splash of Euro locales, American Assassin is a new .. National Post
1.0
Obsessed with revenge, he improbably hunts down and infiltrates the network of the bin Laden like jihadi named Al Mansur (Shahid Ahmed) learning Arabi .. Original Cin
2.0
But the action thriller fails to capture the intrigue and flair of the Bourne films, or even the Harrison Ford Jack Ryan movies. The New Paper
3.0
The result is a perfectly serviceable espionage action thriller, but not an especially inspired one. Winnipeg Free Press
2.5
Remember: torture is bad when the bad guys do it, but its good when the good guys do it. Trespass Mag
3.0
Audiences will like the movie better than the critics do.Its not boring. Theepoch Times
2.5
Unfortunately, in setting up for a sequel, the films ending goes too far, essentially trading Rapps newly established gravitas for superhero shtick. Ap News
2.5
Everything comes down to a surprise bad guy with a very weak motivation, and a shockingly absurd climax that should be ashamed of itself. Sf Examiner
2.0
On this journey of killing those terrorists, our hero meets the CIA guys who now lures Mitch to join them for a secret mission. Enters ex Navy SEAL in .. Koimoi
2.5
Directed by Michael Cuesta Starring Dylan OBrien, Michael Keaton, Sanaa Lathan Rated R The action thriller American Assassin jarringly interposes scen .. Am Ny
2.0
Action and espionage are boring and rote in new spy flick In Skyfall, Daniel Craigs aging James Bond missed the center of the paper target he was shoo .. Metro Active
2.5
And the plot of for this big budget action thriller is perfectly serviceable. News
1.5
American Assassin isnt up to Keatons recent standards. Its closer to the movies he was cranking out while crawling back to the A list after Batman Ret .. Review Journal
2.5
While I approve of this mishmash of rightwing bugbears jammed together all at the same timelord knows I love a movie about killin Americas enemies goo .. Free Beacon
2.0
While American Assassin starts okay the unsurprising trajectory of the story diminishes the lasting impressions a more adult and ambitious thriller wo .. Impulse Gamer
2.0
The movie pauses for occasional chunks of listless exposition before leaping ahead to the next scene or country.The net effect: Watching American Assa .. Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
3.8
Timely and smart, Michael Cuestas American Assassin proves to be a worthy successor to the Jack Ryan films. Illinois Times
3.0
Theres scarcely a beat you cant foresee, but it doesnt matter, because the pulse pounding, terrorist stomping narrative dont need no stinking plot. Aarp
3.1
The picture istautly paced and a satisfying ride as such things go, but there isnt a smidgen of originality in it. Seattle Times
2.0
Most of the film is paint by numbers in terms of plot, and direction, but those numbers are tried and tested.While director Michael Cuesta cant keep h .. Flixist
3.1
Youll be getting in on the ground floor of something if you see American Assassin..Whether it turns into a skyscraper or remains a one floor warehouse .. Buffalo News
1.5
An immense special effects finale falls under that same heading and despite its great ambition, it left me bored. Leonard Mal
2.0
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3.0
Do I dare give American Assassinwith its zero gravity fist fight on a speeding boatthat much mental processing power.Nah. Student Edge
3.0
Many obstacles stand in their way.Good performances and bloody action give this popcorn thriller a shot in the arm. Movie Reviews Cinemaclips
1.0
When we first meet Mitch, hes on a beach where his girlfriend Katrina (Charlotte Vega) has just accepted his proposal of marriage.Hes giddy, at the ti .. Baltimore Magazine
2.0
So were left with the bare bones of a boilerplate espionage thriller that is neither exciting nor innovative. Franks Reel Reviews
2.0
The end result is a Bond and Bourne wannabe thats routine from start to finish, and comes complete with scenes that couldve been lifted from either se .. Arts Hub
0.6
American Assassin offers you two competing philosophies that are equally unappetizing: cold hearted, government sanctioned professional killing or hot .. The Globe And Mail
1.5
His saving grace is the fact that hes extremely qualified, which means hes more than capable of taking care of himself. Hypable
3.5
Great adult role for Dylan OBrien to distant himself from the teen flicks hes been in up until now...a slick new action franchise that has lots of pot ..
1.0
After all, Mitch is a rage fueled consequence free killer with a vendetta against brown people, who are in turn easily manipulated by a similarly comp ..
2.5
As the need for dialogue slows done, the action sequences take over and AMERICAN ASSASSIN become thrilling and highly effective. Las Vegas Informer
2.5
In American Assassin I was seeing all of the ingredients on the screen that could entertain, but what it amounts to is a missed opportunity. AMovieGuy.com
4.5
Wracked by PTSD and hell bent on revenge, Mitch doesnt know when enough is enough. Inverse



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