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The Mechanic

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One of an elite group of assassins, Arthur Bishop (Jason Statham) may be the best in the business. Bishop carries out his assignments with precision, detachment and adherence to a strict code, but when Harry (Donald Sutherland), his close friend and mentor, is murdered, Bishop vows revenge. Harry's son (Ben Foster) comes to him with vengeance in his heart and a desire to learn Bishop's trade, signaling the birth of a deadly partnership.

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Jason Statham and Ben Foster turn in enjoyable performances, but this superficial remake betrays them with mind-numbing violence and action thriller cliches.

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Shubhra Gupta The Indian Express 04/03/2019
1.5/5
The Mechanic gets a low score even by the abysmal standards set by Statham and the kinds of films he assembly-lines. Go to Full Review Leah Rozen TheWrap 10/07/2011
Statham, he of the chiseled physique and sexily receding hairline, holds his own here, doing what he has to in scenes and no more -- which is perfect for a movie like this. Go to Full Review Una LaMarche Observer 04/04/2011
2/4
The Mechanic is like a Beretta loaded with blanks -- quick and brutal but ultimately empty. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Feb 9
1.5/4
Yet one more formula flick about a taciturn killer who, despite his penchant for slaying and maiming, actually turns out to be the kind of nice guy you might consider Friending on Facebook. Go to Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review 08/03/2023
1.5/4
With director Simon West’s remake, it becomes apparent that apathy no longer makes for an admirable protagonist or even a dynamic one. Go to Full Review Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) 10/07/2022
Tends to be more perceptive than active, extracting the most it can from the original. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Jack F @MovieFan111 Nov 28 Great cast, but just too forgettable. See more Nathan J. @NathanDirector Nov 22 Rating: 6.4/10 A competent, gritty action thriller with Jason Statham doing what he does best. Highlights - Solid Action: Brisk pacing, practical effects, and creative kills. - Great Chemistry: Statham and Ben Foster deliver engaging performances. - Entertaining: Fun, easy watch for action fans. Criticisms - Formulaic Plot: Predictable story with telegraphed twists. - Thin Characters: Supporting cast lacks development. - Lacks Distinct Style: Feels like a standard action product. Verdict A polished, predictable action thriller succeeding thanks to Statham and Foster's chemistry. Recommended for action fans and Statham enthusiasts. See more Izan K @RT56698326 Sep 28 good, and the sensation of explosions and action is felt, but maybe the thriller seasoning is a little lacking See more thiago s @Thiagostone Sep 2 Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom See more John W @RT18279564 Jul 21 One of the best Statham movies. Hard action and a surprisingly good story for this kind of movie. Good twists at the end. Top action thriller See more Madam D @Madam1948 03/25/2025 Of course it is violent, but the action sequences were pretty good. Easy to guess the plot as it proceeded. See more Read all reviews
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Simon West

Director

Jason Statham

Arthur Bishop

Ben Foster

Steve

Donald Sutherland

Harry

Tony Goldwyn

Dean

Jeff Chase

Burke

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Synopsis One of an elite group of assassins, Arthur Bishop (Jason Statham) may be the best in the business. Bishop carries out his assignments with precision, detachment and adherence to a strict code, but when Harry (Donald Sutherland), his close friend and mentor, is murdered, Bishop vows revenge. Harry's son (Ben Foster) comes to him with vengeance in his heart and a desire to learn Bishop's trade, signaling the birth of a deadly partnership.
Director
Simon West
Producer
David Winkler, William Chartoff, René Besson
Screenwriter
Richard Wenk, Lewis John Carlino
Distributor
CBS Films
Production Co
Paramount Pictures, Chartoff-Winkler Productions, Nu Image
Rating
R (Nudity|Language|Some Sexual Content|Strong Brutal Violence)
Genre
Action, Mystery & Thriller, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 28, 2011, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 5, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$29.1M
Runtime
1h 32m
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