---
title: "Hit Man"
year: 2024
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hit-man-2024"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 974635
imdb_id: "tt20215968"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 116
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 1682
content_rating: "R"
---

# Hit Man (2024) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hit-man-2024

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The 2024 film Hit Man follows the life of a mild-mannered professor who maintains a secret professional life moonlighting as a fake hit man. In his capacity as an undercover operative, he participates in police stings designed to catch individuals seeking to hire a contract killer. The narrative trajectory shifts when the protagonist encounters a potential client and develops romantic feelings for her. This personal connection initiates a complex chain reaction of trouble that complicates his dual existence. By blurring the lines between his academic persona and his deceptive work for law enforcement, the professor faces significant challenges that threaten his safety and his carefully constructed undercover operations. The film explores the consequences of his choice to abandon his professional detachment in favor of a relationship with someone he was originally tasked to investigate. The story centers on the tension between his public identity and the clandestine activities he performs while assisting the police.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mild-mannered professor moonlighting as a fake hit man falls for a potential client."

### Why Watch
- Engaging premise featuring a mild-mannered professor
- Unique blend of comedy, romance, and crime

### Caveats & Content Note
- Triggered a chain reaction of trouble for the protagonist
- Involves police stings
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries an R rating and features comedy, romance, and crime elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, romance, crime

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Richard Linklater
- **Networks / Studios**: Aggregate Films, BarnStorm Productions, Detour Filmproduction

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Glen Powell** as *Gary Johnson*
- **Adria Arjona** as *Madison Figueroa Masters*
- **Austin Amelio** as *Jasper*
- **Retta** as *Claudette*
- **Sanjay Rao** as *Phil*
- **Molly Bernard** as *Alicia*
- **Evan Holtzman** as *Ray*
- **Gralen Bryant Banks** as *Sargeant Hank*
- **Mike Markoff** as *Craig*
- **Bryant Carroll** as *Walt*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of Hit Man?
Hit Man was released in 2024.

### Q: What is the runtime of Hit Man?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 56 minutes.

### Q: What are the primary genres of Hit Man?
The film spans comedy, romance, and crime genres.

### Q: What is the main character's profession?
The main character is a mild-mannered professor who moonlights as a fake hit man.

### Q: What rating does Hit Man have?
The film holds an R rating.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*