As a seasoned cinephile who has witnessed the rise and fall of countless movies, I must admit that my initial skepticism towards “The Killer’s Game” was palpable. With Dave Bautista’s impressive resume in action-packed films like “Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Dune,” and “Knock at the Cabin,” I expected nothing short of cinematic brilliance from this latest offering. However, its lackluster performance in theaters left me somewhat disheartened.
Known for his memorable performances in films such as “Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Dune,” and “Knock at the Cabin,” he recently starred in an action comedy that, despite its initial cinema release on September 13, underperformed significantly, earning only $5.9 million at the box office. However, the movie is now set to make a quick transition and will be available for digital viewing on October 4.
In theory, “The Killer’s Game” appears tailor-made for Bautista’s followers – an adrenaline-pumping action film infused with humor. The narrative revolves around Joe Flood, a hitman who learns he has a fatal illness. Instead of succumbing to it, Flood arranges his own assassination, but finds out that he was mistakenly diagnosed and is not actually dying. Unfortunately, this newfound health comes at a price, as several top-tier assassins are hot on his trail, eager to collect their reward.
When the movie hit the big screen, critics had a range of opinions concerning the former wrestler’s new project. On one hand, many praised Bautista for his strong performance, but on the other, they criticized the overly familiar storyline that was described as a “mishmash” or “Frankenstein” of various other movies by some reviewers. Nevertheless, those who chose to watch it seemed satisfied with their decision, awarding the movie an 81% rating on the Popcornmeter.
The Killer’s Game Can Find a New Audience on Home Media
The film titled “The Killer’s Game” was a massive flop in theaters, managing to recoup only 20% of its $30 million production cost. Yet, the impressive audience rating suggests that it might have another chance to thrive and be successful given a second opportunity.
Lionsgate has revealed that the thrilling movie “The Killer’s Game” will be accessible on Video On Demand (VOD) starting October 4. You can either purchase it for $24.99 or rent it for $19.99 across popular platforms such as Apple TV+ and Prime Video. Although this may not be where “The Killer’s Game” fully discovers its core audience, it could take flight once it lands on a streaming service.
Bautista’s last film, titled “My Spy: The Eternal City“, received mixed reviews but quickly became a popular choice on streaming platforms. Although “The Killer’s Game” might not have been captivating enough to fill movie theaters, it may effortlessly prompt viewers to press their remote controls. Given its swift digital release, it is likely that the film will be available for streaming within the next couple of months.
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2024-10-02 01:04