Flight Risk - MOVIE TRAILER REVIEW / A High-Stakes Action Thriller.

"Flight Risk" is an upcoming American action thriller film that brings together the creative direction of Mel Gibson and the gripping screenplay by Jared Rosenberg. Scheduled for release on January 24, 2025, by Lionsgate, this film has already garnered significant attention for its unique premise and star-studded cast, including Mark Wahlberg, Topher Grace, and Michelle Dockery.

 

The plot follows a U.S. Marshal, portrayed by Michelle Dockery, as she undertakes the perilous task of escorting a key government witness, played by Topher Grace, to trial. The witness is accused of entanglement with a powerful mob boss, making him a target for elimination. What starts as a routine transport quickly turns into a fight for survival when it is revealed that the pilot of their plane, played by Mark Wahlberg, is a hitman hired to assassinate the witness. After managing to subdue the pilot, the U.S. Marshal and her charge find themselves in an even graver predicament. They must navigate their way through a deadly journey, as additional assassins close in to finish the job.

 

Under Mel Gibson’s seasoned direction, "Flight Risk" promises to be a gripping thriller that masterfully combines suspense, action, and unexpected twists. Gibson, known for his work in high-stakes dramas like Hacksaw Ridge, brings his intense storytelling style to this high-octane narrative. Meanwhile, the screenplay by Jared Rosenberg, which made the prestigious 2020 Black List of most-liked unproduced scripts, guarantees a story rich in tension and complexity.

 

The chemistry between Wahlberg, Grace, and Dockery is expected to be a highlight of the film, blending the elements of mistrust, forced collaboration, and survival in a gripping manner. Set against the rugged wilderness, the film explores themes of betrayal and resilience, making it one of the most anticipated action thrillers of 2025.