Road to Perdition

Road to Perdition

Pray for Michael Sullivan.

R 2002 · 117 min · ★ 7.4 (4K) · Crime, Drama, Thriller

Mike Sullivan works as a hit man for crime boss John Rooney. Sullivan views Rooney as a father figure, however after his son is witness to a killing, Mike Sullivan finds himself on the run in attempt to save the life of his son and at the same time looking for revenge on those who wronged him.

Directed by Sam Mendes · Written by David Self

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