Ian McShane Shines in New Hitman Movie 'American Star'

Veteran Actor Delivers a Different Kind of Assassin in Mood Piece with Minimal Violence

Ian McShane stars in the new hitman movie 'American Star', playing the role of Wilson, a seasoned assassin who becomes involved in the life of a French expatriate and a lonely child while on a job in the Canary Islands.
McShane, known for his roles in 'Deadwood', 'American Gods', and the 'John Wick' series, brings a different physique and gait to his character in 'American Star', stating that 'Nobody wants to see a fat hitman'.
'American Star' is described as a mood piece with minimal violence, contrasting with McShane's role in the 'John Wick' franchise.
Despite some gridlock between the 'John Wick' franchise star Keanu Reeves, director Chad Stahelski, and Lionsgate over the direction of the franchise, McShane reveals that there have been discussions about a fifth film.
Reviews of 'American Star' highlight McShane's magnetic appeal and the film's ability to convey character through action, with McShane delivering a 'virtual masterclass in telling by showing'.