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The Big Hit (1998)

★ 6.1R88 min

1998 American film

The Big Hit is a 1998 American action comedy film directed by Hong Kong filmmaker Che-Kirk Wong, and stars Mark Wahlberg, Lou Diamond Phillips, Christina Applegate, Bokeem Woodbine, Antonio Sabàto Jr., China Chow, Avery Brooks, Lainie Kazan, Elliott Gould, Sab Shimono and Lela Rochon. The Big Hit was released by Sony Pictures Releasing on April 24, 1998. The film received mixed reviews from critics and grossed $27 million against a $13 million budget.

The film was shot in Hamilton and Pickering, Ontario, Canada.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is The Big Hit about?
The Big Hit (1998) — To payoff his second girlfriend's debt, hitman Melvin Smiley undertakes a kidnapping job with his usual associates. In a world of prospective Jewish in-laws and late movie fees, the hitman falls in love with the victim and must settle the score with those out to double-cross him.
Is The Big Hit based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Big Hit scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.