Mel Gibson's Flight Risk Debuts to Panned Reviews, 26% Rotten Tomatoes

Mel Gibson's new action thriller, *Flight Risk*, premieres on January 24, 2025, but has garnered a disappointing 26% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, marking it as the lowest-rated film of Gibson's directing career. The film stars Mark Wahlberg as a pilot with a deadly secret, alongside Michelle Dockery and Topher Grace, and has received mixed reactions from critics regarding its execution despite a promising premise. Wahlberg expressed pride in the film, noting the unique tension created by its confined setting and his character's dark role. Critics, however, have lambasted the film for its lack of suspense and poor pacing, with some suggesting it resembles a direct-to-streaming release rather than a theatrical one. The film's performance could impact Gibson's legacy, especially given the high expectations following his previous successes like *Hacksaw Ridge*. Despite the critical backlash, there remains a possibility for audience reception to shift as more reviews come in after its release.