The Accountant

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The Accountant

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Released Oct 14, 2016

2h 8m

Mystery & Thriller

Action

Crime

Drama

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Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) is a mathematics savant with more affinity for numbers than people. Using a small-town CPA office as a cover, he makes his living as a freelance accountant for dangerous criminal organizations. With a Treasury agent (J.K. Simmons) hot on his heels, Christian takes on a state-of-the-art robotics company as a legitimate client. As Wolff gets closer to the truth about a discrepancy that involves millions of dollars, the body count starts to rise.

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Critics Consensus

The Accountant writes off a committed performance from Ben Affleck, leaving viewers with a scattershot action thriller beset by an array of ill-advised deductions.

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Kristen Lopez

Culturess

The Accountant is messier than its multitude of gunshot wounds to the head.

Nov 20, 2017

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Stephen Romei

The Australian

Unfortunately this one runs out of steam and becomes more of a shoot now, ask questions later (or never) flick.

Rated: 2.5/5

Nov 14, 2016

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Charlotte O'Sullivan

London Evening Standard

At least, in its determinedly populist way, this violent character study makes you think.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 9, 2016

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Jesse Hassenger

Decider

The Accountant is a ridiculous movie with at least one subplot too many and a genuine murkiness about why, after all this, Christian Wolff wants to launder money for a living.

Mar 28, 2024

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Zach Pope

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One of the coolest Action Thrillers in along time. Ben Affleck proves his strengths as a leading actor

Aug 7, 2023

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

“The Accountant” does plenty right – a good cast with good performances, bursts of intense well-shot action (occasionally laced with bits of dry humor), a dense but thoughtful story.

Rated: 3.5/5

Aug 19, 2022

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Seth M

Really loved it. Should be a franchise

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/23/21

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AlecP.M. B

Never listen to the professional critics. Make up your own mind. A moving movie with the always excellent Ben Affleck.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/20/25

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Audience Member

Ben Affleck delivers an outstanding performance in The Accountant, a movie that showcases his versatility and depth as an actor. His portrayal of Christian Wolff, a math genius with a mysterious past, is both captivating and nuanced. Affleck perfectly balances the character’s emotional struggles with his exceptional skills, creating a complex and intriguing lead. His performance alone makes the movie worth watching, as he brings a unique intensity to the role that keeps you engaged from start to finish. The film’s pacing and writing are also commendable. The story unfolds at a steady rhythm, building suspense while providing enough depth to keep the audience invested in both the action and the character development. The plot is intricate yet accessible, blending action with psychological elements in a way that keeps viewers on their toes. The movie skillfully intertwines themes of mental illness, crime, and redemption, giving it a depth that elevates it beyond a typical action thriller. The Accountant may remind you of elements from other iconic films, like Matt Damon’s Jason Bourne, Robert De Niro’s Heat, and Russell Crowe’s A Beautiful Mind. This combination creates a fresh yet familiar vibe, offering viewers a compelling blend of action, strategy, and psychological insight. With all that said, the movie leaves you wanting more, and it’s clear that the groundwork has been laid for a thrilling sequel. I’m looking forward to The Accountant 2 and can’t wait to see where the story takes us next. Overall, this film deserves an 8/10 for its strong performances, solid writing, and engaging action.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/16/25

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Daniel M

A mess,but some good action set pieces. Plus Affleck isn't bad in the lead.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/15/25

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Joshua M

Solid action film loved it. Don't listen to the critics this is A solid action film not stupid although garbage so they don't like it lol...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/11/25

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Amir S

A masterpiece - I can't say more than that.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/10/25

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Synopsis

Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) is a mathematics savant with more affinity for numbers than people. Using a small-town CPA office as a cover, he makes his living as a freelance accountant for dangerous criminal organizations. With a Treasury agent (J.K. Simmons) hot on his heels, Christian takes on a state-of-the-art robotics company as a legitimate client. As Wolff gets closer to the truth about a discrepancy that involves millions of dollars, the body count starts to rise.

Director: Gavin O'Connor
Producer: Mark Williams, Lynette Howell Taylor
Screenwriter: Bill Dubuque
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Warner Bros. Pictures, Electric City Entertainment
Rating: R (Strong Violence|Language Throughout)
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Action, Crime, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 14, 2016, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 27, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $86.2M
Runtime: 2h 8m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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