Wild Target

The story centers on Victor Maynard, a skilled and solitary hitman devoted to his overbearing mother. His life changes when he is hired to kill Rose, played by Emily Blunt, but instead of completing the job, he spares her. This act of mercy draws Victor into a chaotic series of events involving his new apprentice, a young man who misunderstands Victor’s profession and believes him to be a private detective.

Jonathan Lynn, known for his work on comedies and political satires, directs with a focus on blending suspense with humor. The cast includes notable British actors such as Rupert Everett and Martin Freeman, whose performances add to the film’s quirky tone. Rupert Grint appears as the apprentice, bringing a youthful energy to the ensemble.

Wild Target is a remake of the 1993 French film directed by Pierre Salvadori. The British version shifts the setting to London and incorporates a distinctly British sensibility. While it did not become a major commercial hit, the film attracts collectors interested in British cinema, action-comedy hybrids, and the work of Bill Nighy and Emily Blunt.

The film has been released on various physical formats like DVD and Blu-ray, offering collectors options to own it in different presentations. Its appeal lies in its blend of genres and performances rather than any particular edition’s extras or restorations. Collectors often seek out British films with ensemble casts that feature actors who later rose to wider fame, such as Martin Freeman and Rupert Grint.