Wild Target (2010) movie poster

Wild Target (2010)

"They said 'Take her out'. He got the wrong idea."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 36% (RT: 32%, MC: 41) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 38m
Country
France, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (777 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
32%
Metacritic
41
Cast
Bill Nighy as Victor Maynard
Emily Blunt as Rose
Rupert Grint as Tony
Rupert Everett as Ferguson
Eileen Atkins as Mother
Geoff Bell as Fabian
Rory Kinnear as Gerry Bailey
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 777 votes. Critics scored it lower at 36%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Victor Maynard is a middle-aged, solitary assassin who lives to please his formidable mother, despite his own peerless reputation for lethal efficiency. His professional routine is interrupted when he finds himself drawn to one of his intended victims. After sparing her life, he unexpectedly acquires a young apprentice. Believing Victor to be a private detective, his two new companions tag along, while he attempts to thwart the murderous attentions of his unhappy client. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Wild Target was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Bill Nighy spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Wild Target is a 2010 action, comedy film directed by Jonathan Lynn. Victor Maynard is a middle-aged, solitary assassin who lives to please his formidable mother, despite his own peerless reputation for lethal efficiency. His professional routine is interrupted when he finds himself drawn to one of his intended victims.

After sparing her life, he unexpectedly acquires a young apprentice. Believing Victor to be a private detective, his two new companions tag along, while he attempts to thwart the murderous attentions of his unhappy client. The film has been rated by 777 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, Wild Target delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Wild Target (2010) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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