Grosse Pointe Blank (1997)
Kernel Score: 77% · 999 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Comedy, Thriller, Romance
Released: 1997-04-11
Runtime: 107 minutes
Where to watch Grosse Pointe Blank
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Hitman Martin Blank becomes a moving target after he rebuffs a fellow assassin's invitation to form a union. On the advice of his quirky assistant and neurotic psychiatrist, Martin begrudgingly heads out to Grosse Pointe, Michigan for his ten-year high school reunion, where he soon comes across the woman he jilted on prom night.
Grosse Pointe Blank parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Grosse Pointe Blank is an R-rated dark comedy about a professional hitman attending his high school reunion.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Includes gunfights and a professional assassin's violent confrontations, presented with dark comedic tone.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
George Armitage
Cast
- John Cusack as Martin Q. Blank
- Minnie Driver as Debi Newberry
- Dan Aykroyd as Grocer
- Joan Cusack as Marcella
- Alan Arkin as Dr. Oatman
- Hank Azaria as Steven Lardner
- Jeremy Piven as Paul Spericki
- Mitchell Ryan as Mr. Bart Newberry
- Michael Cudlitz as Bob Destepello
- Steve Pink as Terry Rostand
Grosse Pointe Blank FAQ
Is Grosse Pointe Blank good?
Grosse Pointe Blank has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 999 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Grosse Pointe Blank?
In the US you can stream Grosse Pointe Blank on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Grosse Pointe Blank OK for kids?
Grosse Pointe Blank is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Grosse Pointe Blank is an R-rated dark comedy about a professional hitman attending his high school reunion.
What movies are like Grosse Pointe Blank?
If you liked Grosse Pointe Blank, try The Crow, Compagni di scuola, Good Old Daze and Le Samouraï.