American Assassin (2017) is an action thriller that follows Mitch Rapp, a young man seeking vengeance after his fiancée is killed in a terrorist attack. Consumed by grief, Mitch embarks on a personal mission to track down those responsible, eventually drawing the attention of the CIA. Impressed by his skills and determination, the agency recruits him to join their elite counterterrorism team.
Under the mentorship of veteran CIA operative Stan Hurley, Mitch undergoes intense training to become a highly skilled operative. Together, they are tasked with preventing a dangerous international terrorist, known as Ghost, from launching a nuclear attack. As Mitch confronts both personal demons and a deadly adversary, American Assassin explores themes of revenge, loyalty, and the moral complexities of the war on terror, delivering intense action, suspense, and a gripping storyline.
