The Hitman's Bodyguard (2017)
A relentless, high-octane chase unfolds as a bodyguard and a hitman trade witty barbs and broad humor.
The world’s top bodyguard gets a new client, a hitman who must testify at the International Court of Justice. They must put their differences aside and work together to make it to the trial on time.
How intense is The Hitman's Bodyguard?
The Hitman's Bodyguard is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch and a party watch. The humor runs broad and dry. Rated R.
What The Hitman's Bodyguard feels like
- Tone
- pulpyhigh octane
- Pace
- Relentless
- Humor
- broad and big, dry and witty
- Best for
- Full attentionParty
Where to stream The Hitman's Bodyguard
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Hitman's Bodyguard for you?
Is The Hitman's Bodyguard scary?
No. The Hitman's Bodyguard is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Hitman's Bodyguard gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Hitman's Bodyguard sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Hitman's Bodyguard OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Hitman's Bodyguard?
The Hitman's Bodyguard runs 1h 58m.
Where can I stream The Hitman's Bodyguard?
The Hitman's Bodyguard is streaming on Netflix.
Does The Hitman's Bodyguard have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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