Barely Lethal 2015
"Click. Clique. Bang."
In *Barely Lethal (2015)*, director Kyle Newman delivers a high-energy blend of action, comedy, and teen drama as a 16-year-old trained assassin, played by Hailee Steinfeld, stages her own death to escape her lethal past and enrolls in a cozy suburban high school.
Director: Kyle Newman
Cast
Hailee Steinfeld
83 / Megan Walsh
Sophie Turner
84 / Heather
Jessica Alba
Victoria Knox
Samuel L. Jackson
Hardman
Dove Cameron
Liz Larson
Thomas Mann
Roger Marcus
Gabriel Basso
Gooch
Emma Holzer
Donna
Rob Huebel
Mr. Marcus
Jaime King
Special Analyst Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barely Lethal (2015) about?
*Barely Lethal* follows Megan Walsh, a teenage assassin who fakes her death to escape her dangerous life and enrolls in a high school where she hopes to live like an ordinary teen. Between dodging her former handlers and navigating the treacherous waters of popularity, she discovers that high school may be her toughest mission yet.
Who directed Barely Lethal?
*Barely Lethal* was directed by Kyle Newman, known for blending humor and action in films like *Fanboys*.
Who stars in Barely Lethal?
The film stars Hailee Steinfeld as Megan Walsh, Sophie Turner as Heather, Jessica Alba as Victoria Knox, Samuel L. Jackson as Hardman, and Thomas Mann alongside Dove Cameron.
Is Barely Lethal (2015) worth watching?
With its mix of spy thrills and teen comedy, *Barely Lethal (2015)* offers a fun, lighthearted escape for fans of both genres. While not a critical darling, its energetic performances and quirky premise make it an entertaining watch for those looking for something playful and action-packed.
How long is Barely Lethal?
*Barely Lethal* runs for 98 minutes.
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Barely Lethal (2015): A Teen Spy's Wild Ride to Normalcy — Full Movie Info
In *Barely Lethal (2015)*, director Kyle Newman delivers a high-energy blend of action, comedy, and teen drama as a 16-year-old trained assassin, played by Hailee Steinfeld, stages her own death to escape her lethal past and enrolls in a cozy suburban high school. Eager to experience the mundane joys of adolescence—first crushes, cafeteria dramas, and locker combinations—she quickly discovers that popularity isn't all it's cracked up to be. Between gym class cliques and awkward pep rallies, Steinfeld's character navigates the absurdity of teenage life while dodging her former handlers, led by the ever-intimidating Samuel L. Jackson.
With its tongue-in-cheek take on spy tropes and coming-of-age chaos, *Barely Lethal (2015)* mixes explosive fight scenes with cringe-worthy high school antics, all wrapped in a visually vibrant palette of neon and nostalgia. Sophie Turner and Jessica Alba add layers of intrigue and humor as rival students with their own agendas, while Thomas Mann and Dove Cameron round out the ensemble cast. It's a film where waterboarding pales in comparison to the horrors of prom night.
