Full Breakdown
Netflix to Adapt “Hit Man” Film into Television Series
6/12/2026, 4:25:46 AM
Core Development Details
Netflix is developing a television series titled “Hit Man,” based on the 2024 AGC Studios feature of the same name. The series will be written by Stephen Falk, creator of FXX’s *You’re the Worst*. Glen Powell, who co-wrote, produced, and starred in the film, will serve as an executive producer alongside Richard Linklater, who co-wrote and directed the movie. Additional executive producers include AGC Television’s Stuart Ford, Miguel A. Palos Jr., Lourdes Diaz, and BarnStorm Productions’ Dan Cohen. Co-executive producers are Steve Barnett, Alan Powell, Vicky Patel, Shivani Rawat and Julie Goldstein. Netflix declined to comment on the project.
Background: From Film to Series
“Hit Man” premiered at the Venice Film Festival and later at the Toronto International Film Festival, where Netflix acquired rights for U.S. and U.K. territories in a $20 million deal. After a limited theatrical run, the film debuted on Netflix in June 2024 and received strong reviews. It earned a Golden Globe nomination for Glen Powell and a Writers Guild of America nomination for Powell and Linklater. The movie’s premise follows a college professor who adopts elaborate disguises to pose as a hitman and expose criminal suspects.
Key Personnel and Production Partners
Glen Powell (37) is an actor-producer who produced the Hulu comedy *Chad Powers* and is starring in the upcoming comedy film *The Comeback King* (Feb 2027), which he co-wrote with Judd Apatow. Richard Linklater is a filmmaker who co-wrote and co-directed the original movie. Stephen Falk, known for *You’re the Worst* and Apple TV’s *Hello Tomorrow!*, is represented by UTA. AGC Studios, through its television arm and partner BarnStorm Productions, is financing the adaptation. Dan Cohen, BarnStorm’s co-producer, also serves as an executive producer.
Financial and Critical Data
- Acquisition cost: $20 million for Netflix U.S. and U.K. rights.
- Awards: Golden Globe nomination (Best Actor – Glen Powell); WGA nomination (Original Screenplay – Powell & Linklater).
- Reception: Positive critical response upon Netflix release in June 2024.
Official Responses
Netflix declined to provide comment on the series development. Executive producers have not publicly commented on the project beyond confirming their involvement, according to the sources.
Criticism & Opposition
No criticism or opposition to the adaptation has been reported in the available sources.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
All reported details are limited to production credits and acquisition terms. Specifics such as episode count, release schedule, or narrative changes remain undisclosed. The series’ premise is expected to mirror the film’s plot, but no official synopsis has been released.
What’s Next
The adaptation follows Netflix’s recent strategy of expanding successful films into series, as seen with *To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before* and *Extraction*. Glen Powell will continue work on *Chad Powers* season 2 and the film *The Comeback King* while the “Hit Man” series moves through development.
