Movie

The Assignment

“A revenger's tale.”

★ 5.5(560)20161h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Walter Hill
Release date: 2016-06-08
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Box office: $388,789
Budget: $5,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: SBS Productions

The Assignment — trailer

About The Assignment

The Assignment is a 2016 movie in the Action, Crime and Thriller genres, directed by Walter Hill, starring Michelle Rodriguez, Sigourney Weaver and Tony Shalhoub. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.5/10 from 560 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Assignment in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ace assassin Frank Kitchen is double crossed by gangsters and falls into the hands of rogue surgeon known as The Doctor who turns him into a woman. The hitman, now a hitwoman, sets out for revenge, aided by a nurse named Johnnie who also has secrets.

Cast

Michelle Rodriguez

Frank Kitchen / Tomboy

Sigourney Weaver

Dr. Rachel Kay

Tony Shalhoub

Dr. Ralph Galen

Caitlin Gerard

Johnnie

Anthony LaPaglia

Honest John Hartunian

Paul McGillion

Paul Wincott

Ken Kirzinger

Nurse Albert Becker

Paul Lazenby

Bodyguard

Zak Santiago

Edward Gonzales

Adrian Hough

Sebastian

Alex Zahara

Vladimir Gorski

Chad Riley

Merchado

Themes & keywords

assassingangstersex changerevengemad surgeon

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Assignment in Switzerland?+

The Assignment is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Assignment on Netflix?+

The Assignment is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How long is The Assignment?+

The Assignment has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The Assignment?+

The Assignment stars Michelle Rodriguez, Sigourney Weaver, Tony Shalhoub, Caitlin Gerard and Anthony LaPaglia.

When did The Assignment come out?+

The Assignment is a 2016 movie directed by Walter Hill.

What genre is The Assignment?+

The Assignment is Action, Crime and Thriller film.

Who directed The Assignment?+

The Assignment was directed by Walter Hill.