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Fast Charlie

Released Dec 8, 2023

1h 30m

Action

Mystery & Thriller

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29 Reviews

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250+ Ratings

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Charlie Swift (Pierce Brosnan), aka "Fast Charlie," is a fixer with a problem: the target he's whacked is missing his head. And he must prove it's the intended target to the man who paid for the hit -- New Orleans' most prominent and most ruthless mobster, Beggar Mercado (Gbenga Akinnagbe). Charlie enlists Marcie Kramer (Morena Baccarin), the victim's ex-wife and a woman with the backbone and skillset Charlie needs. Dragging Marcie back into a past she was determined to escape sends the two of them on a wild and unpredictable odyssey that's unexpectedly amusing, action propelled, and ultimately heartfelt. Along the way, Charlie and Marcie fight to protect the legacy of Charlie's best friend and mentor, Stan Mullen (James Caan in his final performance), while bringing down Beggar and his entire operation.

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Critics Consensus

Thanks largely to Pierce Brosnan's charming work in the title role, Fast Charlie is a slickly watchable thriller that engages despite its standard story.

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Audience Consensus

Packed with action, laughs, and a few surprises, Fast Charlie really satisfies.

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John Nugent

Empire Magazine

A bit of an odd one, an action-comedy throwback that doesn’t quite know what it wants to be. Still, it bodes well for Pierce Brosnan’s new phase as a grey-haired action star.

Rated: 2/5

Mar 18, 2024

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Richard Roeper

Chicago Sun-Times

Pierce Brosnan has a wry sense of humor in this slick and violent piece of pulp entertainment.

Rated: 3/4

Dec 16, 2023

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Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

Phillip Noyce’s well-seasoned, blood-splattered throwback, a smooth ride that doesn’t wear out its welcome at a brisk 90 minutes.

Rated: 3/4

Dec 13, 2023

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Jeffrey M. Anderson

Common Sense Media

This crime tale uses many familiar elements, but, under the guidance of director Phillip Noyce, it feels crisp, fleet-footed, and spirited, adding up to a solid, entertaining B-movie.

Rated: 4/5

Jan 12, 2024

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Bill Arceneaux

Moviegoing with Bill

'Fast Charlie' is made up entirely of shrugs and sighs, and is a pathetic genre attempt set in the humid Deep South.

Rated: 1.5/5

Jan 9, 2024

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Filipe Freitas

Always Good Movies

... there’s this sly humor that venomously assesses the lack of morality in the Southern mob lands.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 3, 2024

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David M

Very enjoyable and fun to watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/15/23

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Todd M

Pierce Brosnan is still Fierce. One of his best performances yet, after a few minutes I stopped seeing the Brosnan I've known for three decades and completely saw Charlie Swift. That's no mean feat for a Bond actor. Supported brilliantly by Baccarin and James Caan. Brilliant score too.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/01/24

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Damita J

Seen this movie multiple times and it feels stronger with every view. Think it's the slow slow burn of the love affair that makes it all work.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/01/24

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Sandy L

I absolutely loved this movie. Watched it a week and a half ago and then over the Easter break, watched it a couple more times. I would never have thought to put this set of actors together but the outcome is greater than the sum of its parts. Really wonderful.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/24

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N T

How this film has such good reviews baffles me! Tired plot with no twists and little thrills. Don't waste your time with this turkey.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

03/30/24

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Sylvie H

I thought the start with its outrageous dark comedy was just about perfect. Sort of let down when it got serious later on, but the slow burn of the love affair pulled me in.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/25/24

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Phillip Noyce

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Pierce Brosnan

Charlie Swift

Morena Baccarin

Marcie Kramer

Gbenga Akinnagbe

Beggar Mercado

Toby Huss

Benny

Sharon Gless

Maude

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Synopsis

Charlie Swift (Pierce Brosnan), aka "Fast Charlie," is a fixer with a problem: the target he's whacked is missing his head. And he must prove it's the intended target to the man who paid for the hit -- New Orleans' most prominent and most ruthless mobster, Beggar Mercado (Gbenga Akinnagbe). Charlie enlists Marcie Kramer (Morena Baccarin), the victim's ex-wife and a woman with the backbone and skillset Charlie needs. Dragging Marcie back into a past she was determined to escape sends the two of them on a wild and unpredictable odyssey that's unexpectedly amusing, action propelled, and ultimately heartfelt. Along the way, Charlie and Marcie fight to protect the legacy of Charlie's best friend and mentor, Stan Mullen (James Caan in his final performance), while bringing down Beggar and his entire operation.

Director: Phillip Noyce
Producer: Martin J. Barab, Tamara Birkemoe, Steven Caruso, Ford Corbett
Screenwriter: Richard Wenk
Distributor: Vertical
Production Co: Streamline Global Group, Boomtown Media Partners, Foresight Unlimited, Daniel Grodnik Productions, UTA Independent Film Group
Genre: Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 8, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 8, 2023
Runtime: 1h 30m

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