Christoph Waltz(Inglourious Basterds) will return to the big screen in the upcoming action comedyOld Guy. It marks an interesting departure from his recent projects,The Portable DoorandGuillermo Del Toro’sPinocchio. The two-time Oscar winner is joined byLucy Liu(Charlie’s Angels) andCooper Hoffman(Saturday Night) in the R-rated film directed bySimon West(Con Air). In contrast to Waltz, Liu has had recent momentum in feature film projects after starring inPresence,Red OneandShazam! Fury of the Gods. Meanwhile, for Hoffman,Old Guywill be his fourth feature film role after breaking out as a lead inLicorice Pizzaand working onWildcatandSaturday Night. This magnetic trio of actors is an incredible combination of long-withstanding stars and rising talent who will entertain and take the audience for a ride in this buddy action comedy.
Make sure to keep reading the guide below and learn how you can watch Christoph Waltz inOld Guy.
What Is the Release Date for ‘Old Guy’?
The action comedy is slated for release on February 21. It shares a release date with other films, includingCleanerandThe Monkey.
Is ‘Old Guy’ Streaming?
The film will be made available for purchase digitally on February 21. You can check out the list below to find the film on the streaming platform of your choice.
Prime Video
Fandango at Home
No official announcements have been made yet regarding which streaming service the movie will eventually be available on. Being a property of The Avenue distribution company,Old Guymay likely end up on Hulu much like other films, includingOne True LovesandSavage Salvation.
Is ‘Old Guy’ In Theaters?
Yes, the movie will be in select theaters across the US. It will have a runtime of 93 minutes. Paired with its digital release,Old Guywill be in limited cinemas alongside many major February releases, such asPaddington in PeruandCaptain America: Brave New World.
Find Showtimes for ‘Old Guy’
Check out the following links below to grab tickets to watchOld Guyin theaters:
Official Website
AMC Theatres
Watch the Trailer for ‘Old Guy’
The trailer was released on December 11 last year. It introduces the audience to Waltz’s Danny Dolinski, a contract killer whose age has caught up to him as he suffers from arthritis. He is relegated to a boring off-field assignment and questions the next chapter of his life while also having an unrequited love for a colleague and club manager, Anata (Liu). Danny is then recruited to train a new young assassin named Wihlborg (Hoffman). Despite their age and work ethic differences, the new duo learn to cooperate, especially when their lives are at stake underneath their organization. The official synopsis reads as follows:
An aging hitman (Christoph Waltz) is forced to train a young prodigy (Cooper Hoffman) when his employer moves to replace the old guard. But when they learn they are being betrayed, the unlikely pair turns into a lethal team - with their double-crossing bosses in their sights.
Other Action Comedies You Can Watch Now
Despite the gruesome nature of it, the world of organized crime and contract killers has often been incorporated into action comedy films. These stories present an outlandishly humorous side to this realm of violence, especially when a civilian or newcomer character is brought into the mix. Similar toOld Guy, these following films dabble in the world of hitmen where lead characters find themselves thrown into these dangerous territories and, surprisingly, find some romance amid the chaos.
Hit Man (2024)
Inspired by an unbelievable true story, a strait-laced professor discovers his hidden talent as a fake hit man. He meets his match in a client who steals his heart and ignites a powder keg of deception, delight, and mixed-up identities.
Glen Powell(Top Gun: Maverick) leads this action comedy co-written and directed byRichard Linklater(Dazed and Confused) as Gary Johnson, a professor who also works with the New Orleans police. He takes on the assignment as an undercover hitman to investigate and prevent people from committing murder-for-hire schemes. Gary manages to nail the role with various personas and successfully collects vital information on his suspects. However, he soon meets Madison (Adria Arjona), a forlorn woman who wishes to have her abusive husband killed. Gary’s attraction to her immediately poses complications for his work and endangers his life. Powell proved his worth as a Hollywood leading man with his performance in the role along with his captivating chemistry with Arjona.
American Ultra (2015)
American Ultra
In a similar vein to Waltz taking on a different type of character inOld Guy,Jesse Eisenberg(A Real Pain) stepped into the strange role of Mike Howell in this film directed byNina Nourizadeh(Project X). Mike is a stoner living in West Virginia who shockingly discovers that he is a sleeper agent who was part of a top-secret government program. Confused by his reactivated spy abilities, he seeks the help of his girlfriend, Phoebe (Kristen Stewart). Together, they try to piece together Mike’s past all while agents and enemies are chasing them down to capture and kill him. The movie’s wild premise is a perfect blend of stoner comedy and spy action that is brought to life by Eisenberg’s signature nervous disposition. His unlikely casting adds to the character of Mike within the story and pairs well with his easygoing but devoted connection to Stewart’s Phoebe.
Mr. Right (2016)
Old Guysees a mix of action and romance involving Waltz’s Danny and Liu’s Anata despite his profession. The same applies toPaco Cabezas' (The Umbrella Academy) action rom-com that starsAnna Kendrick(Pitch Perfect) andSam Rockwell(Seven Psychopaths). They portray Martha and Francis, respectively, who meet and immediately hit it off. Unbeknownst to Martha, Francis is a former hitman who is currently on the run from crime cartels that are hunting him. Despite what should be considered a red flag for their relationship, Martha and Francis stick together as he tries to tie up loose ends from his job and protect his new love. This wacky story works with the charismatic talents and chemistry of Kendrick and Rockwell. The film truly leaves the audience guessing about how these two characters manage against the likes of crime cartels.
