Yes, Hit Man is based on the true story of Gary Johnson, a Houston cop who worked undercover as “a hit man,” to help convict would-be killers in murder-for-hire cases.

In reality, this is only partly true. The real Gary Johnson did indeed meet with a young woman who wanted her abusive boyfriend killed, because she saw no other way out.

Yes, Hit Man is based on the true story of Gary Johnson. Back in October 2001, director Richard Linklater came across an article published in Texas Monthly magazine , detailing the strange story ...

Glen Powell's new Netflix movie "Hit Man" is based on the real-life exploits of undercover agent Gary Johnson, but fiction was added to the truth. Watch Party Newsletter What to watch Win $100 ...

Was Gary Johnson ever married? According to Texas Monthly, Johnson had been married and divorced three times. His second wife, Sunny, who remained a friend, told the publication, “The true ...

Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson had another tough night on the campaign trail when he couldn't come up with the name of a foreign leader during an interview Wednesday. "Who's your favorite ...

As the movie begins a disclaimer pops up saying "what you're about to see a somewhat true story inspired by the life of Gary Johnson" and ends with a dedication to Gary, who is revealed to have ...

Adria Arjona plays Gary's fictional love interest in the film Credit: Brian Roedel / Netflix. Unknown to many in his life, Gary - who died two years ago - worked as a fake hit man and his ...

In "Hit Man," Glen Powell plays Gary Johnson, a college professor turned undercover hitman. The story is based on a true story, and the real Gary Johnson helped Houston police arrest over 60 people.

The Real Gary Johnson. Unlike some films with a “true story” title card, Hit Man really does have a foot (or maybe it’s a couple of toes) in reality. Linklater and Powell were inspired to ...

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