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The Assignment (2016)

โ€œA revenger's tale.โ€

5.5/10 ยท 574 votes 1h 35m r ActionThrillerCrime

#275 of 305 films from 2016 #1997 of 2168 in action

Directed by Walter Hill ยท Written by Walter Hill, Denis Hamill

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Overview

Ace assassin Frank Kitchen is double crossed by gangsters and falls into the hands of rogue surgeon known as The Doctor who turns him into a woman. The hitman, now a hitwoman, sets out for revenge, aided by a nurse named Johnnie who also has secrets.

Cast

Michelle Rodriguezas Frank Kitchen / Tomboy
Sigourney Weaveras Dr. Rachel Kay
Tony Shalhoubas Dr. Ralph Galen
Caitlin Gerardas Johnnie
Anthony LaPagliaas Honest John Hartunian
Paul McGillionas Paul Wincott
Ken Kirzingeras Nurse Albert Becker
Paul Lazenbyas Bodyguard
Zak Santiagoas Edward Gonzales
Adrian Houghas Sebastian
Alex Zaharaas Vladimir Gorski
Chad Rileyas Merchado
Jason Asuncionas Hiram Ko (Dog Trainer)
Darryl Quonas Jin Tao

Facts

Release dateJune 8, 2016
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) โ€” shorter as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$5,000,000
Box office$388,789 (0.1ร— budget)
IMDbtt5034474

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Questions

How long is The Assignment?
The Assignment runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is The Assignment worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.5/10 across 574 votes, which places it #275 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 10%) and #1997 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Assignment?
The Assignment was directed by Walter Hill. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Warriors (1979), Crossroads (1986), The Driver (1978).
Who stars in The Assignment?
Michelle Rodriguez as Frank Kitchen / Tomboy; Sigourney Weaver as Dr. Rachel Kay; Tony Shalhoub as Dr. Ralph Galen; Caitlin Gerard as Johnnie; Anthony LaPaglia as Honest John Hartunian; Paul McGillion as Paul Wincott.
What is The Assignment rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Assignment?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1280.

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