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The Hit

6.519841h 38mRMovieDramaThrillerCrime

Ten years after ratting on his old mobster friends in exchange for personal immunity, two hit men drive a hardened criminal to Paris for his execution. However, while on the way, whatever can go wrong, does go wrong.

DirectorStephen Frears
WriterPeter Prince
ProducersJoyce Herlihy·Jeremy Thomas

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Cast · Directed by Stephen Frears

JHJohn Hurt
John Hurt
Braddock
TSTerence Stamp
Terence Stamp
Willie Parker
TRTim Roth
Tim Roth
Myron
LSLaura del Sol
Laura del Sol
Maggie
BHBill Hunter
Bill Hunter
Harry
FRFernando Rey
Fernando Rey
Policeman
JBJim Broadbent
Jim Broadbent
Barrister
LP
Lennie Peters
Mr. Corrigan
BS
Bernie Searle
Hopwood
BR
Brian Royal
Fellows
AWAlbie Woodington
Albie Woodington
Riordan
WGWilloughby Gray
Willoughby Gray
Judge

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The Hit — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Hit?

The Hit is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Criterion Channel and Best of British Tv in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Hit on Netflix?

No, The Hit is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Criterion Channel.

Is The Hit on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Hit is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Hit for free?

The Hit is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Plex in United States.