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Wanted Man (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Wanted Man is a 2024 action thriller starring Christina Villa as Rosa Barranco, Rocko Reyes and Dolph Lundgren. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes and earned $13,204 worldwide. Critics gave it 14% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Rotten Tomatoes
14%
worldwide gross
$13.2K
Echo Score
22
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Wanted Man (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 21m (81 min)
Genres
Action , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Wanted Man About?

The premise of Wanted Man without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A veteran detective facing retirement is sent on a dangerous mission to Mexico to bring back a crucial witness. While there, he’s forced to confront his old-fashioned methods and personal prejudices. As the situation intensifies, he finds his own sense of morality challenged in this gripping action-thriller.

Wanted Man Themes & Keywords

· 2 tags
  • police
  • american
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Cast & crew

Wanted Man Cast & Characters

Christina Villa leads the cast as Rosa Barranco, with Rocko Reyes as Miguel Barranco and Dolph Lundgren as Travis Johansen.

Also Starring in Wanted Man

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Ratings

Wanted Man Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Wanted Man 14% on Rotten Tomatoes. Our Echo Score gives it 22/100, strongest in story & flow (30) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).

22 /100

Wanted Man Echo Score Breakdown

Wanted Man delivers a consistently underwhelming experience, hindered by weak direction, flat performances, and a derivative plot. The film’s pacing drags, offering little novelty or emotional engagement, which limits its appeal beyond a single viewing. While a few moments hint at genre familiarity, they fail to compensate for the overall lack of cohesion. Consequently, the movie registers a low resonance with both critics and audiences, reflected in its modest score.

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

  • Art & Craft 25

    Regarding art and craft, the direction appears unsteady, with uneven pacing and uninspired framing that diminish visual interest. Cinematography offers no distinctive style, and production design feels generic, lacking texture. Editing choices contribute to a sluggish rhythm, leaving the film visually flat and technically unremarkable.

  • Character & Emotion 20

    When assessing character and emotion, performances are largely flat, with lead acting described as poorly articulated and lacking nuance. Supporting roles contribute little depth, and on‑screen chemistry feels absent, preventing audience connection. The emotional stakes remain shallow, resulting in minimal resonance and a disengaged viewing experience.

  • Story & Flow 30

    The narrative suffers from a predictable, clichéd structure that offers little originality. Plot points unfold in a formulaic manner, and pacing issues cause prolonged stretches of inactivity. While the premise attempts to address social themes, the execution appears superficial, leaving the story feeling underdeveloped and unengaging.

  • Sensory Experience 25

    Auditory and visual sensory elements are modest, with a soundtrack that fails to elevate tension and sound design that adds little atmosphere. Action sequences lack impact, and the overall visual palette remains muted, offering no memorable aesthetic signatures. Consequently, the sensory experience contributes minimally to audience immersion.

  • Rewatch Factor 20

    Given its lack of narrative freshness and subdued sensory execution, the film provides limited incentive for repeat viewings. While a niche audience might appreciate its straightforward action premise, the overall predictability and minimal emotional payoff reduce its lasting appeal. Consequently, rewatch value remains low.

Plot

Wanted Man Plot Summary

What happens in Wanted Man from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

During a tense drug deal, two groups exchange cash for illicit drugs when masked gunmen suddenly open fire, killing everyone except two witnesses who manage to flee the chaos. The two witnesses, Rosa Barranco and Leticia, escape the gunfire and flee through the tense streets.

Detective Travis Johansen is summoned by his boss Hernandez to the case, learning that a DEA sting operation has turned deadly and that the two missing witnesses must be brought in from Mexico. To build a case, Travis reconnects with his old team, meeting up with his pals Hilts, Brynner and Tinelli at a nightclub, where they discuss the evolving situation and the risks of a case that seems to involve corrupt authorities as much as criminals.

Full summary

The whole story of Wanted Man, scene by scene

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Box office

Wanted Man Box Office

Wanted Man grossed $13,204 worldwide.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$13.2K

International
$13.2K
Videos

Wanted Man Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Official Trailer
  • Trailer UK Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Wanted Man?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Which actor portrays Detective Travis Johansen in the film?

Cars

Cars in Wanted Man

25 cars on screen, including the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.

All 25 cars
  • 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe in Wanted Man 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe Important role
  • 2006 Ford Crown Victoria in Wanted Man 2006 Ford Crown Victoria Important role
  • 2011 Ford Expedition EL in Wanted Man 2011 Ford Expedition EL Important role
  • 2013 Ram Heavy Duty 2500 in Wanted Man 2013 Ram Heavy Duty 2500 Important role
Details

Wanted Man Also Known As

20 alternative titles, including “Особо опасный человек” and “Người đàn ông bị truy nã”.

Also known as
  • Особо опасный человек
  • Người đàn ông bị truy nã
  • В розыске
  • 원티드 맨
  • איש מבוקש
  • تحت تعقیب
  • A szemtanú
  • Издирваният
  • 通缉犯
  • Policajt na útěku
  • Крайне опасен
  • Farkasokkal szemben
+8 more
  • 邊境緝兇
  • Обявен за издирване
  • חוצה את הגבול
  • В розшуку
  • Wanted Man: Marcado Para Morrer
  • Wanted Man: Se Busca
  • Wanted Man. Ścigany
  • Un tip căutat, ძებნილი კაცი

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FAQ

Wanted Man FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Wanted Man?

Wanted Man runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

When was Wanted Man released?

Wanted Man was released on January 19, 2024.

Who is in the cast of Wanted Man?

Wanted Man stars Christina Villa as Rosa Barranco, Rocko Reyes as Miguel Barranco and Dolph Lundgren as Travis Johansen, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Wanted Man make at the box office?

Wanted Man grossed $13,204 worldwide.

How is Wanted Man rated?

Wanted Man has 14% on Rotten Tomatoes, 65% on TMDB and 2.2/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Wanted Man have a post-credit scene?

No. Wanted Man has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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