This collection of films delves into the shadowy world of assassins, where every step could be your last. These movies not only provide adrenaline-pumping action but also explore the psychological and moral dilemmas faced by those who live by the gun. Whether you're a fan of intense action sequences or complex character studies, this selection offers a thrilling journey into the lives of professional killers.

The Day of the Jackal (1973)
Description: A professional assassin, known only as The Jackal, is hired to kill French President Charles de Gaulle.
Fact: The film was based on the novel by Frederick Forsyth, which was inspired by real assassination attempts on de Gaulle.


The Professional (1994)
Description: A young girl becomes the apprentice of a hitman after her family is murdered, leading to an unusual bond and a quest for revenge.
Fact: This was Natalie Portman's first film role, earning her critical acclaim at the age of


The Bourne Identity (2002)
Description: Jason Bourne, an assassin with amnesia, tries to uncover his past while evading capture by his former employers.
Fact: The film was a major success, spawning a franchise that redefined the spy thriller genre.


Collateral (2004)
Description: A cab driver finds himself the hostage of an assassin, forced to drive him from hit to hit in one night across Los Angeles.
Fact: Tom Cruise played against type as the villain, a role that was originally offered to Brad Pitt.


The Mechanic (2011)
Description: Jason Statham stars as an elite assassin who trains his mentor's son in the art of killing, leading to a deadly game of cat and mouse.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1972 Charles Bronson film of the same name.


Wanted (2008)
Description: A young man discovers his father was an assassin and is recruited into a secret society of killers.
Fact: The film features some of the most visually stunning action sequences, including a famous scene where bullets curve.


The Ghost Writer (2010)
Description: A ghostwriter hired to complete the memoirs of a former British Prime Minister uncovers a web of political intrigue and assassination.
Fact: The film was Roman Polanski's first feature film in English since "Death and the Maiden" in


The American (2010)
Description: An assassin hiding out in Italy must confront his past while working on one last job, leading to introspection and danger.
Fact: The film was shot on location in Italy, adding authenticity to its European setting.


John Wick (2014)
Description: A retired hitman seeks vengeance after his dog is killed, leading him back into the underworld he tried to leave behind.
Fact: The film was initially conceived as a low-budget action flick but became a surprise hit, leading to sequels.


Kill Bill: Volume 1 (2003)
Description: A former assassin, known as The Bride, seeks revenge on her former colleagues who betrayed her.
Fact: The film was originally intended to be one movie but was split into two volumes due to its length.
