The Matador (2006)

Movie / Show Details

The Matador is a 2005 dark comedy thriller directed by Richard Shepard. Greg Kinnear stars as Danny Wright, a salesman struggling with his crumbling marriage and the loss of his child. While traveling through Mexico, Danny encounters Julian Noble (Pierce Brosnan), a charismatic but troubled stranger in a local bar. The two form an unlikely bond that deepens when Julian confesses his true profession as a contract killer. When Julian resurfaces at Danny’s home months later seeking a dangerous favor, their friendship faces its ultimate test as both men are drawn into a world of crime and moral ambiguity.

This single-disc DVD release runs 96 minutes and carries an R rating from The Weinstein Company. The film blends crime, comedy, and thriller elements into a darkly comedic exploration of friendship and transformation. Grab this used copy and experience Shepard’s offbeat take on the unlikely friendship genre without the cost of a new purchase.