--- product_id: 57825983 title: "The Hit (1984) - Region 2 PAL, plays in English without subtitles" brand: "terence stampfreddie stuart" price: "$29.32" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/57825983-the-hit-1984-region-2-pal-plays-in-english-without store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # The Hit (1984) - Region 2 PAL, plays in English without subtitles **Brand:** terence stampfreddie stuart **Price:** $29.32 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Hit (1984) - Region 2 PAL, plays in English without subtitles by terence stampfreddie stuart - **How much does it cost?** $29.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/57825983-the-hit-1984-region-2-pal-plays-in-english-without) ## Best For - terence stampfreddie stuart enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted terence stampfreddie stuart brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Hit (1984) - Region 2 PAL, plays in English without subtitles: Official Cameo Media Spanish Region 2 PAL DVD release as pictured. Aspect ratio 1.85:1 non-anamorphic widescreen, colour. English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono audio. Runtime 94 mins. Includes original theatrical trailer. Ex-gangster Willie Parker has betrayed his former "colleagues" and now lives in Spain where he thinks he can hide from their vengeance. But one day, ten years later, two hitmen (Braddock and Myron) show up and kidnap Willie. They are ordered to escort him back to Paris where he should stand trial. But it is a long way to Paris... Directed by Stephen Frears. ## Images ![The Hit (1984) - Region 2 PAL, plays in English without subtitles - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OgoYs0zjL.jpg) ![The Hit (1984) - Region 2 PAL, plays in English without subtitles - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zagXU7SXL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ STAMP’S LAID-BACK SUPER-GRASS, AND A BRILLIANT ROAD TRIP IN SPAIN. *by D***. on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 December 2020* This is a review of ‘The Hit’, an intensely black comedy thriller from Stephen Frears.We originally had the excellent 2010 Region 1 Criterion Collection DVD from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, that came with a meaty booklet, until we had to change our Multi-region player. Bizarrely, there appears to be no UK-released version to replace it, so I considered the various European Blu-rays. My choice was this French-released version from Movinside, on their ‘Suspence & Polar’ label. It is in Widescreen 1.85:1, Dolby 2.0, and has either a French soundtrack or the original, with French subtitles. The subtitles, like most French discs, are ‘hard coded’ (ie CANNOT be removed) BUT they can be SHIFTED down the page on your player, so they are not visible.I highly recommend this edition. The picture is unbelievably good: pristinely clear and clean, with good colour, and superb sound.Stepney-born Terence Stamp, always a hugely watchable actor, is able to dominate the screen with just a smile or a frown. He was mesmerising in ‘Priscilla, Queen of the Desert’(1994), dastardly in ‘Far From the Madding Crowd’(1967). But he is never better than when gor-blimeying in knowing style, playing either a genuine or faux Cockney. His performance in ‘The Limey’(1999), where he has a ball mystifying a bunch of Americans, is quite brilliant. But he did it before, in this film from 1984. He is Willie Parker, a get-away driver for London Heavies, who turns Super-grass when he can no longer stand the thought of prison. He seems supremely unperturbed by his ugly criminal past, supremely unfazed by his betrayal of his cronies, and supremely unbothered by the implications of retribution. His quick-fire Cockney repartee and laid-back insouciance is a joy to behold.Stamp’s performance is matched and mirrored in sheer grim, chilly, detachment, by John Hurt, a Mr Fix-It for London’s criminal fraternity. Coldly professional, even when surrounded by utter chaos and incompetence, he is superb. Meanwhile, Tim Roth, in virtually his first film role (for which he was nominated for a Best Newcomer BAFTA), is brilliant as his green and graceless assistant, Myron. And actress and flamenco dancer Laura del Sol, as the potential victim intent on not being, is absolutely wonderful.This is essentially a ‘road’ movie, tracking across Spain in summer: wonderfully filmed vistas of parched hills, dusty tracks and small bleached truck-stops. We also make a terrifying and heart-stopping visit to Madrid. As the protagonists and the plot bowl along, you can feel the sun on your skin. A delicate pallet of pale peach and aqua, cream and sand, ensures the mood isn’t broken. The occasional spurts of intense action are shocking, and cleverly interspersed.One of Frears’ first features, this is not his best, but it is highly effective, and cleverly philosophical. An inventive 5 Stars. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Terence Stamp is a hit in The Hit *by F***I on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 September 2017* Terence Stamp is brilliant as supergrass Willie Parker. The Hit provided Terence Stamp with his first leading role in well over a decade in which he plays supergrass Willie Parker.For giving evidence against fellow criminals Parker is offered immunity and a new life under police protection in Spain. Terence Stamp is superb and an acting tour de force as Parker knowing that death is around the corner and his life in exile could end any second once a vengeful ex acquaintance comes knocking on his door to end his life.John Hurt and Tim Roth are sensational as two hit men hired to escort Parker to Paris and delIver him into the hands of Corrigan (Lennie Peters) seeking revenge against Parker for his time in jail.A brilliant film that examines the world of the hit man, the criminal underworld in general and with some incredible moments between Stamp, Hurt and Roth throughout the film.The Spanish landscape and scenery provides a stunning backdrop to this film that reaches an interesting climax towards the end. A true classic crime caper. ### ⭐ ONLY PLAYS IN FRENCH !!! *by A***N on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 August 2020* BEWARE!! although advertised as being able to play in English, the product I received only plays in French with only another French option, so I don’t know how so many people managed to write a review unless they all speak French.I couldn’t be bothered to go through the hassle of returning it. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/57825983-the-hit-1984-region-2-pal-plays-in-english-without](https://www.desertcart.us/products/57825983-the-hit-1984-region-2-pal-plays-in-english-without) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*