‘Samaritan' trailer and all you need to know about Sylvester Stallone's Prime Video fantasy drama

Action-star Sylvester Stallone returns to the big screen as the reclusive superhero Mr Smith
UPDATED AUG 26, 2022
'Samaritan' features Sylvester Stallone as Mr Smith, a reclusive superhero (IMDb)
'Samaritan' features Sylvester Stallone as Mr Smith, a reclusive superhero (IMDb)

What happens when superheroes age? Watch Amazon Prime Video's latest action-fantasy film 'Samaritan' to find out. When the fame and glory of being extremely talented and invincible vanish, the famous Mr Smith is left with nothing but an opportunity to form a bond with a young admirer. This dark twist on American superhero films is directed by Julius Avery. The enormously versatile Sylvester Stallone will be playing the role of Mr Smith. 

What's more? Stallone pairs up with Javon Walton, the young-budding actor who plays Ashtray on HBO's hit show 'Euphoria'.

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When does 'Samaritan' release?

'Samaritan' is set to premiere on Friday, August 26, 2022, on Amazon Prime Video. 

How can I watch 'Samaritan'?

You can stream ‘Samaritan’ on Amazon Prime Video.

Who is acting in 'Samaritan'?

The cast comprises of Sylvester Stallone, Javon Walton, Martin Starr, Dascha Polanco and Pilou Asbæk.

What is the plot of 'Samaritan'?

According to the synopsis on IMDb’s official website, "Thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary (Javon "Wanna" Walton) suspects that his mysterious and reclusive neighbor Mr. Smith (Sylvester Stallone) is actually a legend hiding in plain sight. Twenty years ago, Granite City's super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbor out of hiding to save the city from ruin."

What is the buzz around 'Samaritan'?

Fans have been waiting for the release of ‘Samaritan’ ever since its trailer dropped on July 27, 2022. Superhero fans were even more thrilled to witness Sylverster’s collaboration with Walter in the trailer. Since the release of its sneak peek, Sylvester posted about it on multiple social media platforms. Walter too took to Instagram to post a short snippet of the trailer.



 



 


Trailer

You can watch the trailer of Amazon Prime Video's 'Samaritan' here:



 

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