Mark Wahlberg has been on a nonstop action movie tear, and one of his most beloved thrillers is now available to stream for free on Pluto TV starting May 2026. Shooter, the 2007 conspiracy actioner directed by Antoine Fuqua, delivers the kind of high-stakes, marksman-fueled excitement that fans of John Wick and Reacher crave. And the best part? You can watch it without spending a dime—just sit through a few ads.
What Is 'Shooter' About?
Wahlberg stars as Bob Lee Swagger, a legendary former Marine sniper who gets pulled back into action when he's framed for assassinating the President of the United States. The film follows his desperate hunt to clear his name while unraveling a deep government conspiracy. It's a taut, adrenaline-fueled ride that blends military precision with explosive set pieces.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua—the man behind Denzel Washington's Equalizer trilogy and the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic Michael—Shooter was written by Jonathan Lemkin. While critics gave it a lukewarm 47% on Rotten Tomatoes, audiences loved it with an 87% Popcornmeter score. It's widely seen as a key film in Wahlberg's transition into a full-fledged action star.
Why 'Shooter' Feels Like 'John Wick' Meets 'Reacher'
Much like Keanu Reeves' John Wick, Swagger is a man of lethal skills who is forced out of retirement by a betrayal. And like Lee Child's Jack Reacher, he's a lone wolf with a strong moral code who uses his wits and physical prowess to dismantle corrupt systems. The film's blend of tactical gunplay, hand-to-hand combat, and a conspiracy plot makes it a perfect triple feature with those modern action classics.
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Where to Watch 'Shooter' for Free
As of May 2026, Shooter is streaming for free on Pluto TV, the ad-supported platform that offers a rotating library of movies and TV shows. It's also available on Paramount+ for subscribers. The film grossed $95 million worldwide against a $61 million budget, and nearly two decades later, it remains a fan favorite on streaming charts.
Wahlberg has been incredibly busy lately. In 2025 alone, he starred in Flight Risk (reuniting with Mel Gibson), Play Dirty (one of Prime Video's top 10 most-watched movies ever), and The Family Plan 2 (co-starring Kit Harington). He kicked off 2026 with Balls Up on Prime Video, which hit #1 globally. For fans of high-octane thrillers, Shooter is a must-watch that holds up remarkably well.
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