: Chris Pine delivers a grounded, emotional performance as a man pushed to his limits.
If you enjoy "Bourne-style" thrillers with a focus on tradecraft and suspense, this movie is for you. It balances a slow-burn setup with high-stakes international intrigue, moving from the U.S. to Berlin.
This blog post explores the 2022 action-thriller The Contractor , starring Chris Pine. Movie Review: The Contractor (2022)
: It tackles the difficult transition veterans face when returning to civilian life.
The Contractor is a gritty addition to the modern military thriller genre. It follows James Harper (Chris Pine), a Special Forces Sergeant who is involuntarily discharged from the Army. Facing debt and limited options, he joins a private underground military force.