Wanted is a 2008 film loosely based on the comic book miniseries Wanted by Mark Millar. The film is directed by Timur Bekmambetov and stars James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie. Production began in April 2007. Wanted has a target release date of June 27, 2008.
Wesley Gibson (James McAvoy) is offered the opportunity to seek revenge in the murder of his father, who was an assassin. Gibson is invited by his father's partner, Sloan (Morgan Freeman), to follow in his father's footsteps. Sloan's second-in-command (Angelina Jolie) mentors Gibson, who follows the death orders issued by the Fates, weavers who read individuals' destinies in fabrics produced by mystical looms.
Universal Pictures has launched the full official website for the upcoming fantasy-thriller, Wanted, starring Angelina Jolie, James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman, Common, and directed by Timur Bekmambetov. Based on Mark Millar's explosive graphic novel series, the movie hits theaters on June 27.
At the site, you'll be able to check out restricted material, grab the new widget (including the trailer and two games), learn more about the members of the Fraternity by examining their dossiers, download icons and wallpapers, browse the photo gallery, and learn more about the graphic novel.