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Blowback 2000

★ 4.615 votes91 min📅 2000-03-10

"Terror Has Never Been So Intense!"

When a fanatical religious murderer—already on death row—gets a second chance from the U.S. government, he trades his sentence for a new role: elite assassin.

Director: Mark L. Lester

Cast

Mario Van Peebles
Mario Van Peebles
Insp. Don Morrell
James Remar
James Remar
John Matthew Whitman / Schmidt
Sharisse Baker-Bernard
Sharisse Baker-Bernard
Det. Monica Ricci
Gladise Jimenez
Gladise Jimenez
Charlotte Hart-Morrel
David Groh
David Groh
Capt. Barnett
Stephen Caffrey
Stephen Caffrey
Agent Norwood (fake)
Stephen Poletti
Judge Paul Gant
Peter Allas
Peter Allas
Ed Ackers
Leslie Zemeckis
Leslie Zemeckis
Sandra Carlow
Simon Rhee
Simon Rhee
Henry Dang

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blowback (2000) about?

*Blowback (2000)* follows a condemned religious zealot who's recruited by the government to become a paid assassin after his original death sentence is overturned. His new mission? Hunt down everyone who conspired to put him away—no matter the cost.

Who directed Blowback?

The film was directed by Mark L. Lester, known for crafting intense action thrillers with sharp storytelling and high-energy sequences.

Who stars in Blowback?

The cast features Mario Van Peebles as the vengeful protagonist, alongside James Remar, Sharisse Baker-Bernard, and Gladise Jimenez in key roles.

Is Blowback (2000) worth watching?

As a gritty, mid-90s-style action thriller, *Blowback (2000)* delivers solid entertainment for fans of morally complex antiheroes and relentless cat-and-mouse plots. While not groundbreaking, its tight runtime and strong performances make it a solid pick for genre enthusiasts.

How long is Blowback?

The film runs for 91 minutes.

About Blowback (2000) — A Relentless Thriller of Assassins and Atonement

When a fanatical religious murderer—already on death row—gets a second chance from the U.S. government, he trades his sentence for a new role: elite assassin.

Mark L. Lester's *Blowback (2000)* delivers a high-octane thriller where vengeance fuels every bullet, every betrayal, and every explosive twist. Starring Mario Van Peebles as the ruthless survivor and James Remar as his morally ambiguous handler, this 91-minute action blast explores themes of redemption, corruption, and the fine line between justice and vengeance. With a taut script and relentless pacing, *Blowback (2000)* cranks up the tension as its protagonist turns the tables on those who wronged him, one brutal strike at a time.