Guide Note

Superhero Hancock has a secret life that is revealed in the Columbia Pictures action film Hancock. On May 8, 2008, Ain't It Cool News published the spoilers on the Internet. Since then, several reviewers and critics has also leaked spoilers and details about the numerous plot twists.

The film stars Will Smith, Jason Bateman, Charlize Theron and Eddie Marsan. It premiered on July 2, 2008 and made 66 million dollars during its opening weekend.¹ It was the only film to open over the Independence Day holiday.

Fast Facts

1. Release date: July 2, 2008
2. Director: Peter Berg
3. Studio: Columbia Pictures
4. MPAA rating: PG-13
5. Run time: 92 minutes
6. AKA: Tonight He Comes and John Hancock

• The residents of Los Angeles have turned against Hancock due to his destructive attempts at heroism.

• Hancock regains their affection when he saves the city from a bomber.

• Hancock's trailer is damaged when he engages in "super sex."

• Ray Embrey (Jason Bateman) is rescued by Hancock after getting stuck on train tracks.

• Mary Embrey (Charlize Theron) knew Hancock before her husband introduced them.

• Hancock had an accident 80 years ago that caused him to lose his memory.

• Hancock never ages.

• In the hospital, he was asked for his "John Hancock" and assumed that was his name.

• Mary reveals that she was married to Hancock in the past and possesses superpowers like his, but when they are near each other their powers fade—Ain't It Cool News²

"They reject you, and you reject them back."—Ray Embrey³