From Analyst to Avenger: Rami Malek’s Transformative Role in The Amateur
Rami Malek trades intellect for vengeance in this gripping thriller about loss, betrayal, and redemption, streaming July 17 on Hulu and Disney+.
Rami Malek stars in The Amateur, a high-stakes spy thriller from 20th Century Studios, set to stream July 17, 2025, on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+. Directed by James Hawes, the film follows Charlie Heller, a CIA decryption analyst thrust into a deadly personal mission when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack. When the agency refuses to act, Charlie takes justice into his own hands.
The screenplay by Ken Nolan and Gary Spinelli adapts Robert Littell’s novel into a tense, globe-trotting tale of revenge and conspiracy. As Charlie digs deeper, he uncovers damning evidence implicating his own CIA boss, Alex Moore, in unsanctioned black ops. What begins as grief-fueled retaliation escalates into a personal war against institutional corruption.
Malek’s performance as the emotionally fractured yet resolute analyst is bolstered by a formidable supporting cast, including Rachel Brosnahan, Laurence Fishburne, Jon Bernthal, and Caitríona Balfe. The film contrasts Charlie’s intellectual background with his transformation into a reluctant operative, “You’re not a killer,” one agent warns. He proves them wrong.
The Amateur explores moral ambiguity in espionage, echoing modern anxieties about unchecked government power. As Charlie tracks the mercenaries behind his wife’s murder, from Istanbul to Primorsk, he’s not just seeking revenge, but confronting a system that failed him.
Produced by Hutch Parker Entertainment and distributed by 20th Century Studios, the film first hit theaters on April 11 and arrived digitally on June 20. Now, its streaming debut places it squarely in the summer spotlight, perfect for fans of action thrillers with emotional depth.
The trailer, released July 9 on Hulu’s official YouTube channel, sets the tone with slick visuals and a rising sense of dread. With over 38,000 views already, The Amateur is drawing attention for its intense pacing, grounded performances, and espionage intrigue.
Whether you’re in for the action or the psychological unraveling, The Amateur delivers a potent blend of suspense and sorrow, anchored by Malek’s most visceral role yet.
