Hounds of War

After a mission veers off course, only one member of an elite mercenary team remains standing. Ryder, scarred by the loss of his comrades, fights to stay alive as the truth behind the mission's collapse starts to surface. With the body count mounting outside hostile terrain and a shadowy enemy closing in, he must rely on grit, skill, and a questionable moral line to endure. The hunt for accountability pulls him through dusty camps, ruined facilities, and shattered loyalties as memories of the fallen men push him toward a final reckoning. Old scores surface and betrayals resurface as new threats reveal themselves. The clock is ticking and every decision could seal a dangerous fate for him and those he still seeks to protect.

Directed by Isaac Florentine, Hounds of War pairs his taut action sensibilities with an original screenplay by Jean Pierre Magro. The cast includes Frank Grillo as Ryder, Robert Patrick as Colonel Hart, Rhona Mitra, Leeshon Alexander, and Urs Rechn as well.

Box Office: The film earned about $126,540 dollars worldwide on a $13 million dollar budget, a modest result. It found audiences in limited markets and on platforms beyond theatres, but failed to generate broad commercial traction.

Cultural impact remains limited for a film with a small release footprint. It showcases solid stunt work, a lean mercenary dynamic, and the gritty atmosphere that action movie fans often chase. Yet it has not sparked memorable quotes, memes, or a lasting presence in pop culture.

Reception has been mixed, with a 6.3 out of 10 from 165 votes. Critics note the lean runtime and effective stunt work, while some call the plot predictable. The film explores survival under pressure, the toll of loyalty, and the moral costs of vengeance, delivering these themes through brisk pacing and grounded practical effects.