Wild Target

2010·Movie
1h 38min·PG-13
IMDb6.7Metacritic417.6Rotten Tomatoes32%56%

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Wild Target fingerprint

Funny.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and sharp wit

  • Physical Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy6

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

They said 'Take her out'. He got the wrong idea.

Victor Maynard is a middle-aged, solitary assassin who lives to please his formidable mother, despite his own peerless reputation for lethal efficiency. His professional routine is interrupted when he finds himself drawn to one of his intended victims. After sparing her life, he unexpectedly acquires a young apprentice. Believing Victor to be a private detective, his two new companions tag along, while he attempts to thwart the murderous attentions of his unhappy client.
Quirky Romantic ComedyHitman EscapadesBritish HumorOddball CharactersAction-Comedy BlendUnderdog StoryCute & AbsurdStylish Visuals

Crew

Directed by:
Jonathan Lynn
Written by:
Pierre Salvadori, Lucinda Coxon
Produced by:
Philippe Martin, Marc Samuelson, Karen Lindsay-Stewart
Composed by:
Ricky Butt, Michael Price, Robert Edwards

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Wild Target

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wild Target legally?

HuluPrimeThe RokuThe CWKanopyHooplaPluto TVPlex

Wild Target is included with a subscription to Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Wild Target worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 32%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wild Target rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Wild Target?

1 h 38 min

Wild Target runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Wild Target?

Critics37
Audiences66

Not quite. Audiences rate Wild Target higher (66) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Wild Target a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$3 million

No. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $3 million worldwide, 44% of its budget.

What language is Wild Target in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in France, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Wild Target?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wild Target in 23 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Wild Target use?

Drives Like CrazyAccidental PervertAccidental Aiming SkillsUptight Loves WildCostume PornDeadpan SnarkerLike Brother and SisterGun StrippingWomanchildMistaken for GayDeus ex MachinaBlack Comedyand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Wild Target, including Drives Like Crazy, Accidental Pervert, Accidental Aiming Skills.

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