Hostile Takeover

Pete is a seasoned contract killer navigating a dangerous landscape where loyalty is the currency. When the boss of a powerful syndicate believes Pete may be playing both sides because he attends Workaholics Anonymous, a circle of rival assassins closes in. The film follows Pete as he tries to stay alive, outsmart his pursuers, and untangle a web of double crosses, all while the therapy meetings he attends become an unlikely source of intel and odd camaraderie. The tone mixes sharp action, sly humor, and nerve wracking suspense as Pete must weigh his code against survival. The hunt escalates in a high stakes game where trust is scarce and every move could be a mistake.

Directed by Michael Hamilton-Wright and Burton L. Warner, Hostile Takeover stems from their original screenplay and arrived in 2025 with a brisk, genre bending mix of action and dark comedy.

Early audience reactions center on the film's quick tempo and Michael Jai White's tough screen presence. The story probes loyalty and survival under pressure, while blending thriller pacing with comedy banter to highlight a world where violence and wit collide.

Even in its first release, the premise of a hit man at Workaholics Anonymous has sparked chatter about balancing personal reform with crime and power. Fans note a distinctive tone that merges street grit with oddball humor and memorable action set pieces.