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‘Fight or Flight’ Takes Off in U.S. Theaters with an 84% Rotten Tomatoes Score

Josh Hartnett leads the action-comedy thriller as it debuts exclusively in theaters, marking a career milestone for director James Madigan.

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A mercenary takes on the task of eliminating a high value target on a plane flight, but when an onslaught of rival assassins descend upon them both, he realizes they have to team up in order to survive. This is a kinetic action/thriller with levity – think JOHN WICK meets DIE HARD on a plane.
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Overview

  • The film, directed by James Madigan in his feature debut, opened in U.S. theaters on May 9, 2025, with an 84% Rotten Tomatoes score after an initial 100% rating during its February premiere.
  • Josh Hartnett stars as Lucas Reyes, a burned-out ex-agent tasked with protecting a high-value target on a plane filled with assassins.
  • Filmed in Budapest over 25 days on a modest budget, the movie emphasizes inventive action sequences and stylized violence.
  • Hartnett performed nearly all his own stunts, showcasing physical commitment and solidifying his pivot to daring, unconventional roles.
  • The theatrical release strategy prioritizes cinemas, with no confirmed streaming plans yet, aligning with distributor Vertical Entertainment's model.