Contract Killer (1998)

In the seedy underbelly of Japan's high-stakes world of wealth and power, an aging tycoon, haunted by the specter of impending murder, sets up an intriguing game of life and death. With a bountiful reward fund as the ultimate prize, he challenges the underworld to unearth the identity of his potential assassin, the elusive "King of the Hitmen." As fate would have it, a cash-strapped novice hitman, trying to navigate the treacherous waters of his perilous profession, reluctantly takes up the challenge. However, the game takes a deadly twist when the tycoon is inevitably murdered, plunging our hapless hitman into a dangerous labyrinth of secrets and deceit. With danger at every turn, the novice hitman finds an unlikely ally in an out-of-luck con man. Bound by their shared desperation and the allure of a colossal payday, the mismatched duo embarks on a nerve-racking quest. As they wade deeper into the shadowy world of contract killings, they must outwit their adversaries, unravel the mystery of the "King of the Hitmen," and claim their reward - all while staying alive in this deadly game of survival. "Contract Killer" is a thrilling rollercoaster ride that weaves suspense, action, and dark humor into a deadly tapestry of intrigue. It's a high-stakes cat-and-mouse chase where trust is a luxury and betrayal is a constant threat. Will they succeed in their mission, or will they become the next victims of the "King of the Hitmen"?

Contract Killer is an action movie featuring Jet Li and directed by Stephen Tung Wai.

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