The Contractor

When duty ends, the fight for truth begins.

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Synopsis

The Contractor is a 2022 action thriller starring Chris Pine as James Harper, a recently discharged military operative who joins a private contracting company after his honorable discharge from the Army. When a mission goes wrong, Harper finds himself framed and on the run, struggling to clear his name while battling former allies and uncovering conspiracies. Set against a backdrop of global espionage and high-stakes covert operations, the film explores the challenges faced by veterans reintegrating into civilian life and the ambiguous moral lines within the private military industry. With intense action sequences and suspenseful storytelling, The Contractor delivers a fast-paced narrative focused on survival and redemption.

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Reviews

The Contractor received a mixed response from critics, reflecting its solid action elements alongside some narrative shortcomings. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a moderate approval rating, with many reviewers praising Chris Pine’s committed performance and the film’s kinetic action scenes, yet critiquing its formulaic storyline and predictable plot twists. IMDb users gave the movie an average rating of 5.8/10, indicating a lukewarm audience reception. On Metacritic, the score stands at 52/100, signaling mixed or average reviews. Some critics noted that while the film offers well-choreographed combat sequences and gripping moments of tension, it falls short in terms of character development and originality. For example, reviewers from The Hollywood Reporter commented, “The Contractor delivers efficient thrills but struggles to elevate itself beyond a standard action fare.” Similarly, IGN remarked that the movie is "a serviceable thriller that benefits from Pine’s charisma but lacks the depth to truly captivate." Overall, The Contractor is seen as an entertaining action piece primarily appealing to fans of the genre but may leave others wanting more narrative complexity.