The Hire

The Hire (2001-2016)

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Launched in 2001, BMW Films' The Hire was a series of eight ground-breaking online short films starring Clive Owen as an enigmatic driver for hire. Available only online and released four years before the invention of YouTube, the films were critically-acclaimed and fifteen years later still have a cult following.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E01The Escapeoct. 23, 2016
S02E03Beat the Deviloct. 31, 2002
S02E02Tickeroct. 17, 2002
S02E01Hostageoct. 3, 2002
S01E05Powder Kegjuin 21, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'The Hire' premiere?

'The Hire' premiered on November 18, 2001.

Who directed the first episode of 'The Hire'?

The first episode of 'The Hire' was directed by Wong Kar-wai.

What is the genre of 'The Hire'?

'The Hire' is a series of short films that fall under the action, thriller, and drama genres.

Who played the main character in the episode titled "The Follow"?

Clive Owen played the main character in the episode titled "The Follow".

Which famous actor portrayed the main character in the episode titled "Star"?

Madonna portrayed the main character in the episode titled "Star".

In the episode "Powder Keg," what type of vehicle is being transported?

In the episode "Powder Keg," a truck carrying explosives is being transported.

Who directed the episode titled "Chosen"?

Ang Lee directed the episode titled "Chosen".

Which episode of 'The Hire' features a car chase in a parking garage?

The episode titled "Ticker" features a car chase in a parking garage.

What is the setting of the episode titled "Hostage"?

The episode titled "Hostage" is set in a small town in Utah.

Who stars in the episode titled "Ticker"?

Don Cheadle stars in the episode titled "Ticker".

Which episode of 'The Hire' involves a mysterious briefcase?

The episode titled "The Follow" involves a mysterious briefcase.

In the episode "The Follow," what is the main character assigned to do?

In the episode "The Follow," the main character is assigned to follow a woman and report her activities.

Who directed the episode titled "Beat the Devil"?

Tony Scott directed the episode titled "Beat the Devil".

Which episode of 'The Hire' features a shootout in a hotel room?

The episode titled "Star" features a shootout in a hotel room.

What is the main character's profession in the episode titled "Chosen"?

The main character in the episode titled "Chosen" is a war photographer.

Who stars in the episode titled "Hostage"?

Forest Whitaker stars in the episode titled "Hostage".

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