One Day as a Lion
“Every hitman deserves a second shot.”
Synopsis
Jackie Powers will stop at nothing to prevent his son from following him into a life of crime. With his mob employer in pursuit, a chance encounter at a roadside diner charts a new path.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-03-21
Top Cast
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Scott Caan
Jackie Powers
Frank Grillo
Pauly Russo
Marianne Rendón
Lola Brisky
J.K. Simmons
Walter Boggs
Taryn Manning
Taylor Love
George Carroll
Dom Lorenzo
Virginia Madsen
Valerie Brisky
Billy Blair
Ken Walsh
Dash Melrose
Billy Powers
Bruce Davis
Bob
Brett Swab
Judge Simon
Bruce Roach
DA Thomas
Daniel Erickson
Turner
Allan Green
Prison Guard Lafayette
Danny Boy O'Connor
Prison Guard MacDougal
Gabriel Hansen
Shotgun
Terrance Reed
Darrell Tompkins
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 3 DaysApril 4, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 7, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Swab
- Screenplay & Story
- Scott Caan
- Original Score
- David Sardy
- Original Title
- One Day as a Lion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Roxwell Films, TPC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Swab
Scott Caan
David Sardy
Will Stone
Andrew Aaronson
Scott Caan, Ali Jazayeri, Barry Brooker, Stan Wertlieb, Josh Spector
Department Leadership Roster
Scott Caan
Writer
John Swab
Director
Gabriel Hansen
Stunt Coordinator
Will Stone
Director of Photography
Andrew Aaronson
Editor
Hans Marrero
Stunt Coordinator
Miles Rogoish
Production Design
David Sardy
Original Music Composer
Jeremy M. Rosen
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Day as a Lion
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What is One Day as a Lion about?
Jackie Powers will stop at nothing to prevent his son from following him into a life of crime. With his mob employer in pursuit, a chance encounter at a roadside diner charts a new path.
Who directed One Day as a Lion?
One Day as a Lion was directed by John Swab.
Who stars in One Day as a Lion?
The principal cast of One Day as a Lion includes Scott Caan, Frank Grillo, Marianne Rendón, J.K. Simmons, Taryn Manning.
When was One Day as a Lion released and how long is it?
One Day as a Lion was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for One Day as a Lion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One Day as a Lion was composed by David Sardy.
What is the age rating and content advisory for One Day as a Lion?
One Day as a Lion holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).