Flight Risk (2025) is an action thriller directed by Mel Gibson, featuring Mark Wahlberg as Daryl Booth, a hitman posing as a pilot; Michelle Dockery as Madolyn Harris, a Deputy U.S. Marshal; and Topher Grace as Winston, a mob informant. The film follows the trio as they navigate a perilous journey across the Alaskan wilderness, where identities and intentions are questioned.
Production and Budget
The film was produced by Icon Productions and Davis Entertainment Company, with a production budget of approximately $25 million. The production aimed to deliver a high-octane thriller, leveraging the talents of its lead actors and director to create a compelling narrative.
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Release Date
"Flight Risk" was released in the United States by Lionsgate on January 24, 2025. The film was initially set for release on October 18, 2024, but was postponed to January 2025. It was made available for digital purchase and rental on February 14, 2025, coinciding with Valentine's Day.
Box Office Performance
Upon its theatrical release, "Flight Risk" debuted at number one at the box office, grossing $12 million in its opening weekend. The film's total worldwide gross stands at approximately $40.4 million, surpassing its production budget and indicating a modest financial success.
Critical Reception
The film received negative reviews from critics, holding a 21% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Audiences surveyed by CinemaScore gave it a grade of "C," reflecting a lukewarm reception. Despite the critical response, the film's box office performance suggests a degree of audience engagement, particularly among fans of the action-thriller genre. In summary, "Flight Risk" achieved a modest box office success, recouping its production costs and generating additional revenue. While it did not receive critical acclaim, the film's performance indicates a certain level of audience interest and engagement.
The film was produced by Icon Productions and Davis Entertainment Company, with a production budget of approximately $25 million. The production aimed to deliver a high-octane thriller, leveraging the talents of its lead actors and director to create a compelling narrative.
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Release Date
"Flight Risk" was released in the United States by Lionsgate on January 24, 2025. The film was initially set for release on October 18, 2024, but was postponed to January 2025. It was made available for digital purchase and rental on February 14, 2025, coinciding with Valentine's Day.
Box Office Performance
Upon its theatrical release, "Flight Risk" debuted at number one at the box office, grossing $12 million in its opening weekend. The film's total worldwide gross stands at approximately $40.4 million, surpassing its production budget and indicating a modest financial success.
Critical Reception
The film received negative reviews from critics, holding a 21% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Audiences surveyed by CinemaScore gave it a grade of "C," reflecting a lukewarm reception. Despite the critical response, the film's box office performance suggests a degree of audience engagement, particularly among fans of the action-thriller genre. In summary, "Flight Risk" achieved a modest box office success, recouping its production costs and generating additional revenue. While it did not receive critical acclaim, the film's performance indicates a certain level of audience interest and engagement.
