Distinct voice
Hancock does not feel like a generic fantasy entry — it has a specific point of view.
Hancock (2008) — Hancock is a down-and-out superhero who's forced to employ a PR expert to help repair his image when the public grows weary of all the damage he's inflicted during his lifesaving heroics.
At a Glance
Full titleHancock
DirectorPeter Berg
CountryUS
LanguageEnglish
StudioColumbia Pictures
GenreFantasy · Action
Why Hancock stands out
Will Smith as a washed-up superhero trying to repair his public image
Hancock (2008) — Hancock is a down-and-out superhero who's forced to employ a PR expert to help repair his image when the public grows weary of all the damage he's inflicted during his lifesaving heroics.
Hancock keeps raising the stakes as the story unfolds.
Hancock combines fantasy and action storytelling with the kind of craft that keeps audiences talking long after the credits.
Hancock is a down-and-out superhero who's forced to employ a PR expert to help repair his image when the public grows weary of all the damage he's inflicted during his lifesaving heroics.
Memorable characters
The lead performances give the story emotional weight beyond the spectacle.
Rewatch appeal
Fans return to catch details, foreshadowing, and set pieces that hit differently the second time.
Genre impact
Hancock is frequently recommended alongside the best fantasy and action of its era.
Story
Will Smith as a washed-up superhero trying to repair his public image
01
Setup
Hancock is a down-and-out superhero who's forced to employ a PR expert to help repair his image when the public grows weary of all the damage he's inflicted during his lifesaving heroics. The agent's idea of imprisoning the antihero to make the world miss him proves successful, but will Hancock stick to his new sense of purpose or slip back into old habits?
02
Characters and conflict
Hancock builds around characters facing stakes that escalate with every episode and act.
03
Why it matters
Peter Berg's direction gives Hancock a distinct identity in fantasy and action storytelling.
Cast
Main characters and performers
Behind the Scenes
Runtime: 1h 32m.
Directed by Peter Berg.
Genres include Fantasy, Action.
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FAQ
How long is Hancock?
Hancock runs 1h 32m.
What is Hancock about?
Hancock is a down-and-out superhero who's forced to employ a PR expert to help repair his image when the public grows weary of all the damage he's inflicted during his lifesaving heroics. The agent's idea of imprisoning the antihero to make the world miss him proves successful, but will Hancock stick to his new sense of purpose or slip back into old habits?
Who directed Hancock?
Hancock was directed by Peter Berg.
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