What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Hitman's Bodyguard
Patrick Hughes · Film · 2017
If you loved The Hitman's Bodyguard, start with The Bodyguard (Katherine Center, 2022) — a book on the same thread. Below: 1 book, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Hitman's Bodyguard across media.
You loved The Hitman's Bodyguard for the volatile chemistry between mismatched individuals forced into high-stakes situations that test their professional boundaries.
Books on the same thread
The Bodyguard
Katherine Center · Book · 2022
Explores: Forced Proximity, Bodyguard Romance, Identity concealment.
If the tension between opposites in The Hitman's Bodyguard kept you entertained, this romantic take on protective forced proximity offers a similar dynamic with a sharper, more personal edge.
Series on the same thread
The Persuaders!
Robert S. Baker · Series · 1971
Shares 3 threads with The Hitman's Bodyguard: Odd Couple, Buddy Cop, Action Comedy.
This classic series captures the same banter-heavy, international odd couple energy found in The Hitman's Bodyguard, proving that clashing personalities are the engine of any great action comedy.
Mr Inbetween
Scott Ryan · Series · 2018
Explores: Moral Ambiguity, Balancing Family and Crime, Working Class Criminal.
While The Hitman's Bodyguard leans into spectacle, this series explores the gritty reality of a hitman's life, mirroring the internal conflict and moral ambiguity of your favorite film's protagonist.
Lethal Weapon
Matthew Miller · Series · 2016
Shares 3 threads with The Hitman's Bodyguard: Redemption, Buddy Cop, Action Comedy.
The central partnership in this show mirrors the mismatched, volatile dynamic of The Hitman's Bodyguard, blending intense action with the humor of two people who definitely should not be working together.
Person of Interest
Jonathan Nolan · Series · 2011
Shares a thread with The Hitman's Bodyguard: Redemption.
Much like the redemption arc at the heart of The Hitman's Bodyguard, this series follows a lethal operative teaming up with an unlikely partner to navigate a dangerous, high-stakes mission.
Podcasts on the same thread
Crime in Sports
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: athlete misconduct, legal absurdity, scandalous behavior.
If you enjoyed the dark, irreverent humor surrounding criminal antics in The Hitman's Bodyguard, this podcast provides a similarly sharp, comedic perspective on people behaving badly in high-pressure environments.
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: mental health awareness, female friendship, coping mechanisms.
This podcast captures the specific blend of true crime and conversational comedy that defined The Hitman's Bodyguard, offering a candid and humorous look at the darker side of human behavior.
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Common questions
Is The Hitman's Bodyguard based on a true story?
The Hitman's Bodyguard is a fictional 2017 film directed by Patrick Hughes. It follows a professional bodyguard tasked with protecting a hitman who must testify at the International Court of Justice, rather than being based on actual historical events or real people.
What is the primary conflict in The Hitman's Bodyguard?
The primary conflict in The Hitman's Bodyguard involves a top bodyguard who is forced to protect a hitman. The two must overcome their personal differences and work together to ensure the hitman reaches the International Court of Justice in time to provide testimony.
Who directed The Hitman's Bodyguard?
The Hitman's Bodyguard was directed by Patrick Hughes. Released in 2017, the film focuses on the high-stakes journey of a bodyguard and his client as they navigate obstacles to reach the International Court of Justice before the trial begins.
Does The Hitman's Bodyguard feature a legal trial?
Yes, the plot of The Hitman's Bodyguard centers on a hitman who is required to testify at the International Court of Justice. The bodyguard must successfully escort the witness to this legal trial while navigating the challenges of working with someone he previously opposed.