The Gray Man
Netflix | Release Date: July 15, 2022
5.8
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6
drlowdonJul 25, 2022
When a highly skilled CIA agent known only as ‘six’ discovers an incriminating agency secret, a former colleague puts a bounty on his head and tries to hunt him down. A throwback to the action flicks of the late 90’s, The Gray ManWhen a highly skilled CIA agent known only as ‘six’ discovers an incriminating agency secret, a former colleague puts a bounty on his head and tries to hunt him down. A throwback to the action flicks of the late 90’s, The Gray Man features a great cast and a number of decent action scenes, but ultimately fails to do anything particularly new or memorable.… Expand
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PurpleCrayon4UJul 24, 2022
$200 million for a 5 out of 10 rated film that drew only $249,462 at the box office before streaming. Yeah, I think the Russo brothers once again blow smoke up our **** trying to deliver another non-superhero blockbuster. The Gray Man is$200 million for a 5 out of 10 rated film that drew only $249,462 at the box office before streaming. Yeah, I think the Russo brothers once again blow smoke up our **** trying to deliver another non-superhero blockbuster. The Gray Man is formula film on steroids, complete with unrealistic action without the need of computer-generated everything, dialogue that is no where near real world interactive speech and Chris Evans who looks like Hitler during his barbershop quartet days. I can count on my watch the minutes left before Disney sends over the acquisition papers to Netflix. You will watch The Gray Man when you have watched all others available and you're tired of watching reruns.… Expand
6 of 8 users found this helpful62
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4
JLuis_001Jul 22, 2022
Well-known actors. A $200 million budget. Directed by the two men behind the biggest superhero movie in history, and yet The Gray Man is a lifeless experience without a shred of excitement, suspense, or tension.
Even the action is prettyWell-known actors. A $200 million budget. Directed by the two men behind the biggest superhero movie in history, and yet The Gray Man is a lifeless experience without a shred of excitement, suspense, or tension.
Even the action is pretty simplistic. There's not a single great sequence in it. And with that budget, that's actually quite disappointing.

I raised my expectations because of the people involved in its creation, but being a Netflix exclusive I had quite a few reservations and my instinct did not deceive me.
It's a shame, but this offering is just one more in a long line of disappointments. We make them successful at the time because we watch them in their platform, but no one will remember them in a few months. And I'm sure as hell no one will be talking anymore about The Gray Man in a couple of weeks.… Expand
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5
MattyIce34Jul 15, 2022
Some decent action sequences, but a poor blend of tones and PG-13 violence hold it back from the levels of Bourne or Mission: Impossible.
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4
AJ_13Jul 23, 2022
An overwhelming hodgepodge of action and visual effects of which I only highlight the charisma of the main 3 protagonists. The script is so bad, full of holes and underused characters (Ana de Armas). Chris Evans is clearly the stand out.
4 of 6 users found this helpful42
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5
RAAH1971Jul 24, 2022
Poor story. Netflix fails again to deliver solid content for a blockbuster prospect
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4
robomartionJul 23, 2022
It starts off with some promise and it's good to see Ryan Gosling and Ana De Armas together back on the big screen (since Bladerunner 2049) but the Gray Man is just another film that will end up in Netflix's growing forgotten pile of trash.
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4
bertobellamyJul 23, 2022
Derivative action film with a dumb story. Acting is not that bad, except for Ryan Gosling, who looks like he's channeling his bad 'Only God Forgives' character again. $200 million dollars not well spent.
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5
TellGoodStoriesJul 23, 2022
Sum: Just not interesting enough. Full: I'm rooting for Netflix, own stock in it, like the directors and actors involved. Okay, here's where it fell short - recycled plot, muted / hard to see action sequences, Ryan just didn't fit the role,Sum: Just not interesting enough. Full: I'm rooting for Netflix, own stock in it, like the directors and actors involved. Okay, here's where it fell short - recycled plot, muted / hard to see action sequences, Ryan just didn't fit the role, Anna was like a cardboard prop (nothing added), everyone felt like they were coasting through the movie. The only one who was somewhat fun to watch was Chris Evans (he's just too typecast as Captain A in action sequences - so hard to believe he's the villian. I stopped watching 4/5 of the way through - I just couldn't see it getting any better.… Expand
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6
UncleWillardJul 22, 2022
I did not hate this, tbh. As much negative criticism, it's a better version of a bunch of similar products. Chris Evans as the bad guy was fun, Gosling was perfect as Six, and Anna de Armas is ways a pleasure (kudos of an expanse of her BondI did not hate this, tbh. As much negative criticism, it's a better version of a bunch of similar products. Chris Evans as the bad guy was fun, Gosling was perfect as Six, and Anna de Armas is ways a pleasure (kudos of an expanse of her Bond character). Add great locations, and it was harmless fun.… Expand
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5
liamexeJul 24, 2022
The film isn't necessarily horrible, and I thought Chris Evans and Ryan Gosling did a good job as the villains, but overall, it's only passable at best. It is soulless, unoriginal, and overly dependent on poor CGI effects. It's amusing thatThe film isn't necessarily horrible, and I thought Chris Evans and Ryan Gosling did a good job as the villains, but overall, it's only passable at best. It is soulless, unoriginal, and overly dependent on poor CGI effects. It's amusing that all CGI effects from high-budget Netflix shows in 2022 are TERRIBLE. No freaking CGI effects, a human story, and honesty were what Bourne thrived on. Since I can't locate the worth of $200,000,000 anywhere in this, I sincerely hope that the entire cast received a SIGNIFICANT PAYCHECK.… Expand
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6
SoulWarfareJul 23, 2022
The story in The Gray Man isn't exactly interesting, the characters are one dimensional, the writing and quips don't really work all the time, there are some shaky camera and over edits for SOME action sequences. However, a majority of theThe story in The Gray Man isn't exactly interesting, the characters are one dimensional, the writing and quips don't really work all the time, there are some shaky camera and over edits for SOME action sequences. However, a majority of the action scenes are pretty entertaining and there are a fair amount of them. Plus, the biggest reason to see The Gray Man is to simply see Ryan Gosling be an action star and Chris Evans as an over the top villain. The film delivers on this aspect and that's perfectly fine.… Expand
1 of 4 users found this helpful13
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6
BuisnessworldJul 20, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I personally enjoy the movie.. it's like routine action film.. entertaining CGI amd vfx.. as usual Chris evans, Ryan Gosling and all acted very well.. Dhanush's entry and his acting is very much impressive.. A wonderful and successful attempt from a Tamil guy!! Some sort of loopholes I found but okay 6/10 is sufficient… Expand
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6
MiljacJul 24, 2022
While I enjoyed the actors (Chris Evans being my favorite in this movie), everything else was pretty basic and average, already seen and nothing really new. The drone scenes were annoying, constant location naming was annoying (it's not likeWhile I enjoyed the actors (Chris Evans being my favorite in this movie), everything else was pretty basic and average, already seen and nothing really new. The drone scenes were annoying, constant location naming was annoying (it's not like all these locations were instrumental for the story), action was okay, often movie-dumb. They could have spent all the money invested in this movie in a more useful and clever way.… Expand
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6
GunnerMcDaggetJul 24, 2022
Entertaining but generic action movie. Don't expect anything new. Also, make sure you switch your brain off because there is some clear errors in writing that are hard to ignore. And they leave many plot points unanswered in hopes that aEntertaining but generic action movie. Don't expect anything new. Also, make sure you switch your brain off because there is some clear errors in writing that are hard to ignore. And they leave many plot points unanswered in hopes that a sequel will be greenlit.

Still worth a watch. Chris Evans is a standout as one of the most unlikeable characters I have seen. Considering it's Captain America, that's no easy feat. There is some good in this movie and it can be exciting at times.Just don't get your hopes up. It you're hoping for a new John Wick/Jason Bourne, maybe look elsewhere.… Expand
0 of 2 users found this helpful02
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6
MetacriticOnurJul 22, 2022
admirable
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worthy of admiration; inspiring approval, reverence, or affection.
0 of 4 users found this helpful04
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4
CrimsonnJul 27, 2022
Not exactly good but not exactly terrible. Not the fun charm of Bond, not the exciting grit of Bourne, just kind of like let’s make a 200 million dollar movie because we have this 200 million dollars.
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5
FadeBlackAug 13, 2022
Just about passes the time. As by the numbers, plain glass of water movie as you will find.
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6
mrc_brnJul 31, 2022
Big names, exotic characters and locations, some funny one-liners and plenty of action, the movie has many elements that could have made it really good and entertaining. But then they had to make the plot complete and utter nonsense. So youBig names, exotic characters and locations, some funny one-liners and plenty of action, the movie has many elements that could have made it really good and entertaining. But then they had to make the plot complete and utter nonsense. So you end up with another Big Mac kind of movie; mildly satisfying when you eat it, but when it's done it will leave you mentally malnourished. Haha… Expand
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6
Voodoo123Aug 7, 2022
Overpowered titular character six 'the gray man' embarks on a violent spree in an effort to evoke justice over a rogue CIA group. The action comes thick and fast with a decent production budget. Sadly the pacing and screenplay are a littleOverpowered titular character six 'the gray man' embarks on a violent spree in an effort to evoke justice over a rogue CIA group. The action comes thick and fast with a decent production budget. Sadly the pacing and screenplay are a little off and in combination with the quick fight cuts and constant camera movement, things quickly dull as tense fight scenes are traded in for a higher body count. After around 150 people die and the credits roll I was left wondering what a more restrained approach with a tighter script could feel like.… Expand
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5
smd9Sep 23, 2022
I'm not sure how a movie by the Russo brothers starring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans could be so "meh", but they managed to do it. Super forgettable and bland, and I usually like these kinds of movies (M:I, Bourne trilogy etc.).
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5
swiftouchJul 27, 2022
Too long.
Too many unbelievable action scenes.
Better than average acting. Below average storytelling. I hate that the villain is also the hero in another universe. Screenwriting was better than average with a little wit and such. I wishToo long.
Too many unbelievable action scenes.
Better than average acting.
Below average storytelling.
I hate that the villain is also the hero in another universe.
Screenwriting was better than average with a little wit and such.
I wish directors would keep movies 1.5 hours or less.… Expand
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4
califa3Jul 30, 2022
Poor story. another fail for netflix, exaggerated action scenes, gets boring
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5
Mauro_LanariJul 26, 2022
(Mauro Lanari)
It seems that Keanu Reeves was one of the responsible in havin' seen in Ana de Armas the potential to launch her in Hollywood as a new sex symbol. She, born in Havana and therefore Spanish speaking, did not know a word of(Mauro Lanari)
It seems that Keanu Reeves was one of the responsible in havin' seen in Ana de Armas the potential to launch her in Hollywood as a new sex symbol. She, born in Havana and therefore Spanish speaking, did not know a word of English but, after the necessary learning courses, in 2015 she shot her first two films exactly with Keanu. She continued to play this her only role until the gigantic naked hologram in Villeneuve's "Blade Runner 2049" (2017). Then the sudden and unexpected turn alongside Craig in "No Time To Die" (Fukunaga 2021): a small part yet the most successful action sequence of the film. Now here she is co-starring with Gosling who forces the directors to the uninterrupted use of the Kuleshov effect: had Reeves been free and available, we would have had a "John Wick 4". The complete lack of ideas and images not already used millions of times forces the Russo brothers to hide such deficit with a dizzling pace, and it is the best thing about a blockbuster that flows away very fluidly so as to achieve its primary goal: an unconditional intellectual disengagement.… Expand
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6
BubberAug 21, 2022
Certainly not a masterpiece, but more like the mildly entertaining Chuck Norris and Jean-Claude Van Damme movies of the 80s and 90s. Not great, but also not terrible, very generic.
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6
mikesgold2KJan 11, 2023
Pełno akcji a iście amerykańskim stylu, masa głupot oraz klisz kina akcji. Szkoda bo aktorsko można było z tego wycisnąć znacznie więcej oraz wycisnąć potencjał
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6
MrWin19Sep 29, 2022
A decent standalone film with an unsatisfying ending that feels like it's trying to tease a sequel. It is worth watching if you have a few hours to spare, but I wouldn't go out of my way to watch it. The gag with the thrown guns was prettyA decent standalone film with an unsatisfying ending that feels like it's trying to tease a sequel. It is worth watching if you have a few hours to spare, but I wouldn't go out of my way to watch it. The gag with the thrown guns was pretty clever, though. Bumped this up from a 5 by itself.… Expand
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4
RohmoSep 20, 2022
The only thing I ironically enjoyed was Chris Evan's hammy performance, I've forgotten everything else.
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5
UltanComboAug 3, 2022
Star cast, tick; Fantastic visuals, tick;
Good action, tick;
Its an action movie that looks and sounds great but if you break it down its really a poorer version of John Wick with worse editing. Its worth a watch I guess but its not worthStar cast, tick; Fantastic visuals, tick;
Good action, tick;

Its an action movie that looks and sounds great but if you break it down its really a poorer version of John Wick with worse editing.

Its worth a watch I guess but its not worth the money they spent on this. Watch John Wick instead of this. FIVE!… Expand
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DeviltherobotAug 13, 2022
I don't know what people were expecting. This movie was advertised as a generic action movie and that is what this is. Chris Evans is good here and the action is solid. Will be interested in spin offs and sequels.
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DunkaccinoSep 17, 2022
The bombastic sequences are borderline enjoyable. Even if The Gray Man is watchable I still can't recommend it, because there's no reason to watch this instead of dozens of better spy action thrillers.
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5
adamtaylor792Jul 28, 2022
What if we threw $200 million at some of the most famous actors in Hollywood and hoped something good came out of it? Well it's not this. The story is bland and nonsensical, but you can see every penny squeezed out of the $200 million in theWhat if we threw $200 million at some of the most famous actors in Hollywood and hoped something good came out of it? Well it's not this. The story is bland and nonsensical, but you can see every penny squeezed out of the $200 million in the set pieces.… Expand
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phishakid10Aug 1, 2022
Very simple, easy to follow plot point holding together this story that is speckled with action sequences to keep your attention, just to have it not truly end when it ends. Kudos to Julia Butters here, not usually high on kid actorsVery simple, easy to follow plot point holding together this story that is speckled with action sequences to keep your attention, just to have it not truly end when it ends. Kudos to Julia Butters here, not usually high on kid actors performances in these type of films but she kills it.… Expand
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BitbearAug 3, 2022
I was intrigued with how they would handle this because the book is woefully long on action and light on plot or motivation. The good news is that there is a much stronger motivation for the Gray Man to rescue those in distress and theI was intrigued with how they would handle this because the book is woefully long on action and light on plot or motivation. The good news is that there is a much stronger motivation for the Gray Man to rescue those in distress and the villains are substantially more colorful. The screenwriter took an outline and substantially improved on it. Unfortunately, the overall product still feels a bit cold.… Expand
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AmateurfilmVWRAug 17, 2022
Disposable action thriller with a great cast and a painfully mediocre story that you've seen a thousand times. A poor man's Bourne movie
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Badgerryan27Sep 17, 2022
All around a pretty average movie. It has your crazy action set pieces. Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans do all they can do in this film but its ultimately not enough from it being very predictable and boring quite frankly.
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dundoJun 27, 2023
4 stars
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oneofjwNov 26, 2022
You know if you guys are not gonna make an avengers movie, at least make it somewhat good.
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4
thechrisfigaroJun 8, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a horrendous piece of trash movie this was. What was the point of it? It was a nonsensical mess of a plot, with characters acting on whims and impulses that made no sense whatsoever.

The movie started with Ryan Gosling, a criminal assassin who worked for the CIA for 18 years, suddenly going rogue for no apparent reason. He deviated from his mission, killed his target, and took a flash drive that contained some mysterious secrets. Why did he do that? At no point in the film was his reasoning for doing that mentioned.

Then we have Ana De Armas, a CIA analyst who somehow got involved in this mess. She was interrogated by her superiors about the mission, and then she decided that she was compromised and had to escape. How did she manage to get out of a secure CIA facility? How did she track down Gosling's character? How does she keep popping up in different locations around the world to help him out whenever the plot needs her to be? Again, the movie never bothered to explain.

This movie made me so furious. It was BAD. It insulted my intelligence and wasted my precious time. It was full of clichés, plot holes, and illogical actions. It had no depth, no meaning, no purpose. It was a pathetic attempt at making an action thriller that failed miserably. Do yourself a favour and avoid this movie at all costs.… Expand
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the_shadhu_khanApr 24, 2023
it was an average action thriller film . the casting was great.one time watch film
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