This is the film that put John Woo and Chow Yun-fat on the international map. It follows Jeffrey (Chow), a professional assassin who accidentally blinds a nightclub singer, Jennie (Sally Yeh), during a hit. Tormented by guilt, he takes one final job to pay for her sight-restoring surgery — only to find himself betrayed by his triad bosses.

When most modern audiences search for today, they are looking for David Fincher’s Netflix original. Released in late 2023, this film immediately reignited the public’s fascination with assassin fiction.

If you are looking to stream or download it is essential to know which cinematic experience you are diving into. From the rain-slicked streets of Hong Kong to the sun-drenched landscapes of Brazil, let’s explore the legacy of the films that bear this heavy name.

Jean Reno’s quiet intensity and Gary Oldman’s legendary, unhinged performance as a corrupt DEA agent. 4. Collateral (2004)