Dave Bautista to Star in Lionsgate's Action-Comedy 'The Killer's Game' Directed by JJ Perry

Lionsgate has acquired worldwide rights to "The Killer's Game," an action comedy film starring Dave Bautista and directed by JJ Perry. Based on Jay Bonansinga's novel, the film follows an assassin who authorizes a kill on himself after being diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, only to find out he was misdiagnosed and must fend off former colleagues trying to kill him. Production is set to begin this summer, with additional casting currently underway.