Mark Wahlberg’s new movieFlight Risk, from directorMel Gibson, is coming in just a few weeks, but 20 years ago he also starred in a critically panned crime thriller that has made a shocking return to streaming charts after a poor box-office performance. Wahlberg stars alongsideTyrese GibsonandGarrett HedlundinFour Brothers, the 2005 action thrillerthat follows four brothers who investigate the murder of their adoptive mother, only to find themselves with more trouble than they bargained for. The film has been streaming exclusively onPluto TV, where it has found its way into the top 10 charts, currently at #4at the time of writing – not letting scores of 53% from critics and 80% from audiences onRotten Tomatoesor a $92 million box-office run stop it from finding success.
Four Brotherswas written byDavid ElliotandPaul Lovett, andJohn Singletonwas tapped to direct the film. Elliot is best known for his work as a scribe onG.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, the 2009 sci-fi thriller starringDennis QuaidandChanning Tatum, and he worked withKeanu Reevesin 2000 onThe Watcher, a serial killer thriller that co-starsJames SpaderandMarisa Tomei. Singleton is best known for his work penning the script and directingBoyz n the Hood, the coming-of-age drama starringLaurence Fishburnethat’s currently streaming on Netflix. He also worked withSamuel L. Jacksonin 2000 onShaft, the dark comedy/action thriller that featuresChristian Baleand can be streamed exclusively on Paramount+.
What Else Is Next for Mark Wahlberg?
After he stars alongsideMichelle DockeryandTopher GraceinFlight Risk, Wahlberg will also be seen inPlay Dirty, the crime thriller from directorShane Blackthat starsDermot MulroneyandKeegan-Michael Key. He’s engaged in production onBalls Up, an upcoming action sports comedy byDeadpoolscribesPaul WernickandRhett ReesestarringPaul Walter HauserandDaniela Melchior, but the film has not yet nailed down an official release date. Wahlberg will also star alongsideGame of ThronesveteranKit HaringtoninThe Family Plan 2, the sequel to the Apple TV+ Original film led byCiarán Hinds.
Four Brothersstars Mark Wahlberg and Tyrese Gibson, and was directed by John Singleton. Stay tuned to Collider for future streaming updates and watchFour BrothersonPluto TV.
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