The Big Hit
"Nothing's more dangerous than some nice guys... with a little time to kill."
Originally released in 1998. The Big Hit is a action/adventure film. directed by Kirk Wong Chi-Keung.
Starring Mark Wahlberg, Lou Diamond Phillips, and Christina Applegate
Synopsis
Affable hit man Melvin Smiley is constantly being scammed by his cutthroat colleagues in the life-ending business. So, when he and his fellow assassins kidnap the daughter of an electronics mogul, it's naturally Melvin who takes the fall when their prime score turns sour. That's because the girl is the goddaughter of the gang's ruthless crime boss. But, even while dodging bullets, Melvin has to keep his real job secret from his unsuspecting fiancée, Pam.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (460 votes)
Budget
$13M
Production budget
Box Office
$27M
2.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $13,000,000
- Revenue
- $27,007,143
Production Companies
- TriStar Pictures
- Lion Rock Productions
- Amen Ra Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Hit about?
Affable hit man Melvin Smiley is constantly being scammed by his cutthroat colleagues in the life-ending business. So, when he and his fellow assassins kidnap the daughter of an electronics mogul, ...
Who directed The Big Hit?
The Big Hit was directed by Kirk Wong Chi-Keung.
How long is The Big Hit?
The Big Hit has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was The Big Hit released?
The Big Hit was released on April 24, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Big Hit?
The main cast of The Big Hit includes Mark Wahlberg, Lou Diamond Phillips, Christina Applegate, China Chow, Avery Brooks.
Is The Big Hit worth watching?
The Big Hit has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 460 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.