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Hard Kill (2020): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Hard Kill is a 2020 action thriller directed by Matt Eskandari, starring Bruce Willis as Dayton Chalmers, Jesse Metcalfe and Swen Temmel. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $111,523 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 3.1/10.

IMDb rating
3.1/10
worldwide gross
$111.5K
Echo Score
14
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Hard Kill (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Matt Eskandari
Genres
Action , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Hard Kill About?

The premise of Hard Kill without spoilers.

A mercenary team finds itself in a desperate race against time in this action thriller. They must stop a brilliant but unstable mastermind from unleashing a devastating computer program that threatens to hold the entire planet hostage. Facing a relentless and dangerous adversary, the team will utilize every skill and resource available to prevent global chaos and bring the mastermind to justice.

Hard Kill Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • terrorist
  • 2020
  • christmas
  • limousine
  • abduction
  • rooftop sniper
  • reference to the canterbury tales
  • death of brother
  • walkie talkie
  • no opening credits
  • daughter
  • billionaire
+38 more
  • gun
  • shooting
  • soldier
  • bad guys
  • technology
  • computer
  • drinking
  • clock
  • terrorism
  • tech billionaire
  • parent grown child relationship
  • father daughter relationship
  • b action
  • shootout
  • firefight
  • war veteran
  • scarred back
  • flashback
  • war flashback
  • prayer
  • cleaning a gun
  • winter
  • ex military
  • old army buddy
  • international terrorist
  • tech company
  • stolen technology
  • security detail
  • private security contractor
  • masked gunman
  • stabbed to death
  • held at gunpoint
  • shot in the shoulder
  • gunshot wound
  • bullet wound
  • loss of brother
  • settle a score
  • anarchist
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Cast & crew

Hard Kill Cast & Characters

Bruce Willis leads the cast as Dayton Chalmers, with Jesse Metcalfe as Derek Miller and Swen Temmel as Dash Hawkins. Directed by Matt Eskandari; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Hard Kill

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Ratings

Hard Kill Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Hard Kill 3.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 14/100, strongest in art & craft (20) and weakest in rewatch factor (8).

14 /100

Hard Kill Echo Score Breakdown

Hard Kill struggles to deliver any meaningful engagement or satisfaction for its audience. Critics and viewers alike cite a lack of originality and underwhelming execution in every key element, from production design to narrative coherence. The consensus highlights rudimentary action set pieces, unremarkable visuals, and uneven pacing that fail to sustain interest. Ultimately, this film leaves little impression beyond its evident shortcomings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 20

    In terms of art and craft, Hard Kill is hampered by uninspired direction and rudimentary cinematography. Multiple reviews note wobbly camerawork, inconsistent lighting choices, and a generic production design that underscores the film’s minimal budget. Editing feels abrupt and lacks creative transitions, resulting in jarring scene shifts. Overall, the visuals and technical execution fall short of effective craft.

  • Character & Emotion 12

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film offers stilted performances and thinly sketched roles. Critiques highlight stiff acting from both lead and supporting cast, with minimal chemistry and little emotional depth. Dialogue is frequently clunky, undermining any attempt at authentic character interaction. As a result, the portrayals fail to generate audience empathy or lasting resonance.

  • Story & Flow 10

    Story and flow are among the weakest aspects of Hard Kill. Observers point to a nonsensical plot structure marked by predictable cliches and lazy exposition that hampers engagement. Pacing is uneven, with rushed sequences followed by prolonged stretches lacking narrative momentum. Consequently, the storyline struggles to maintain coherence or originality.

  • Sensory Experience 18

    Sensory experience in Hard Kill is limited by an uninspired soundtrack and basic sound design. The score offers minimal thematic development, while effects feel flat and fail to enhance tension or atmosphere. Visual style is utilitarian, relying on harsh lighting and unvaried color palettes that accentuate the low budget. Together, these elements yield a constrained sensory impact.

  • Rewatch Factor 8

    Rewatch value is minimal due to the film’s lack of compelling features. With little character development, repetitive action sequences, and an absence of memorable moments, subsequent viewings offer few new insights. The sparse dialogue and generic set pieces do not reward deeper analysis or enjoyment. Therefore, the incentive to revisit this title remains very low.

Box office

Hard Kill Box Office

Hard Kill grossed $111,523 worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$111.5K

International
$111.5K
Videos

Hard Kill Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Hard Kill.

Hard Kill | Official Trailer (HD) | Vertical Entertainment
Cars

Cars in Hard Kill

7 cars on screen, including the 2005 Volkswagen Touareg I Typ 7L and the 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.

All 7 cars
  • 2005 Volkswagen Touareg I Typ 7L in Hard Kill 2005 Volkswagen Touareg I Typ 7L Important role
  • 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 in Hard Kill 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 Minor role
  • 2007 Fiat Bravo in Hard Kill 2007 Fiat Bravo Minor role
  • 2017 Hyundai Tucson in Hard Kill 2017 Hyundai Tucson Minor role
Details

Hard Kill Also Known As

26 alternative titles, including “Жорстоке вбивство” and “Складне вбивство”.

Also known as
  • Жорстоке вбивство
  • Складне вбивство
  • Полное уничтожение
  • Open Source
  • Difícil de Matar
  • קשה להרוג
  • 하드 킬
  • Приказано: Уничтожить
  • 虎胆悍将
  • Projeto 725
  • Mercenarios de élite
  • מת להרוג
+14 more
  • 綁票追殺令
  • Важке вбивство
  • Đối Đầu
  • Kódolt kockázat
  • Plan ocalenia
  • Svarbus taikinys
  • القتل الصعب
  • Touha po vraždě
  • Cible de choix
  • Túžba po vražde
  • Истински хаос
  • Οι Μισθοφόροι
  • ハード・キル
  • Mercenaris d’elit

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FAQ

Hard Kill FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Hard Kill, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Hard Kill?

Hard Kill runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Hard Kill released?

Hard Kill was released on August 25, 2020.

Who directed Hard Kill?

Hard Kill was directed by Matt Eskandari.

More films by Matt Eskandari

Who is in the cast of Hard Kill?

Hard Kill stars Bruce Willis as Dayton Chalmers, Jesse Metcalfe as Derek Miller and Swen Temmel as Dash Hawkins, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Hard Kill make at the box office?

Hard Kill grossed $111,523 worldwide.

How is Hard Kill rated?

Hard Kill has 3.1/10 on IMDb, 49% on TMDB and 2.7/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Hard Kill have a post-credit scene?

No. Hard Kill has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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