Killers is a 2010 American action-comedy film that stars Katherine Heigl and Ashton Kutcher. Both actors were known for their roles in romantic comedies until Killers challenged them to step out of their comfort zones. Heigl had previously appeared in comedies such as Knocked Up (2007) and 27 Dresses (2008), while Kutcher had previously starred in films like Just Married (2003) and A Lot Like Love (2005). Directed by Robert Luketic, Killers was released on June 4, 2010.
Synopsis
Killers follows the story of Jen (Heigl), a woman who meets and falls in love with a man named Spencer (Kutcher) on holiday in Nice, France. Prior to meeting Jen, Spencer was a hitman, and in the opening scene, he completes a job by blowing up a helicopter. However, he decides to retire from his profession to start a serious relationship with Jen. Spencer then asks Jen’s father for his blessing to marry her.
Three years after their marriage, Spencer and Jen enjoy a happy, domestic life until Spencer receives a threatening letter from his former boss, Holbrook, who wants him to return to his profession as a hitman for a $20 million bounty on his head. When Spencer’s friend and fellow hitman, Henry, attempts to kill him for the reward, Spencer realizes that Holbrook has set him up as a target.
Jen, who has just returned home, is shocked to see her husband fighting for his life against Henry. In the midst of the chaos, a sniper suddenly opens fire on the house, prompting Jen to escape in a car while Henry pursues her. They engage in an intense car chase that culminates in Henry’s death, after which Spencer and Jen travel to a hotel to meet with Holbrook. However, they find Holbrook dead in his hotel room, and Jen realizes that she is pregnant.
Spencer takes Jen to his office to hide, but his secretary, Vivian, attacks him with the intent to kill him. Meanwhile, a deliveryman also tries to kill Spencer. Spencer and Jen manage to avoid danger and return home, but the hitmen are still after him. They try to kill Spencer and Jen during a restaurant date, but Spencer manages to kill them instead.
Cast
The chemistry between Heigl and Kutcher was palpable in Killers, and the two actors delivered solid performances despite being out of their usual genres. Kutcher played Spencer with a degree of seriousness that viewers had not seen from him before, but he still managed to inject some humor into the role. Heigl, on the other hand, portrayed Jen as a strong-willed woman who would do anything to protect her family.
Conclusion
Killers may not be the most original action-comedy movie out there, but it certainly offers an entertaining mix of romance, thrills, and comedy. Heigl and Kutcher’s performances are engaging, and the plot keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. Overall, the movie is a fun and enjoyable watch for fans of the genre.
