---
title: "Dusk for a Hitman"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dusk-for-a-hitman-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 750891
imdb_id: "tt10819348"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 26
content_rating: "R"
---

# Dusk for a Hitman (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dusk-for-a-hitman-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dusk for a Hitman is a 2023 crime, thriller, and action film directed by Raymond St-Jean and starring Éric Bruneau, Benoît Gouin, Rose-Marie Perreault, and Sylvain Marcel. Set in 1979, the story follows Donald Lavoie, a fearsome hitman for the Montreal South-West mob led by Claude Dubois, who becomes compromised by a new recruit and pursued by Detective Sergeant Roger Burns.

The film premiered on February 28, 2023, at the Rendez-vous Québec Cinéma before its commercial release on March 10, 2023, and subsequently released in the United States on April 19, 2024. It achieved a 90% average score on Rotten Tomatoes, reflecting positive reviews for its gripping depiction of underworld loyalties and police pressure.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "In 1979 Montreal, a fearsome mob hitman finds himself caught between the underworld and a tenacious detective."

### Why Watch
- Features a compelling look into the Montreal South-West mob in 1979.
- Explores high-stakes pressure as a hitman faces a tenacious police detective.
- Includes intense underworld dynamics involving a botched double murder.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers who dislike intense crime and thriller themes may want to skip it.
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a serious crime and thriller tone with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1979-setting, #montreal-underworld, #mob-hitman, #police-informer, #crime-thriller, #mafia-drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | iciTouTV | None | YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Raymond St-Jean
- **Networks / Studios**: Les Productions Megafun

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Éric Bruneau** as *Donald Lavoie*
- **Benoît Gouin** as *Claude Dubois*
- **Rose-Marie Perreault** as *Francine Lavoie*
- **Sylvain Marcel** as *Patrick Burns*
- **Simon Landry-Désy** as *Carl Lavoie*
- **Joakim Robillard** as *Serge Rivard*
- **Hugues Frenette** as *Jean-Guy*
- **Alexandre Castonguay** as *Reynald*
- **Jean Petitclerc** as *Gilbert Savard*
- **Martin Tremblay** as *Policier*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Dusk for a Hitman?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms listing current digital releases and streaming providers.

### Q: Is Dusk for a Hitman worth watching?
Yes, it received positive reviews, including a 90 percent average score on Rotten Tomatoes.

### Q: What is the runtime of Dusk for a Hitman?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

### Q: Does Dusk for a Hitman have essential episodes?
No, Dusk for a Hitman is a feature-length film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dusk for a Hitman — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/750891)
- [Dusk for a Hitman (2023) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10819348/fullcredits/)
- [Dusk for a Hitman (2023) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/750891-crepuscule-pour-un-tueur/cast)
- [Dusk for a Hitman (2023) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/dusk-for-a-hitman/credits)

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