The Mexican (2001) May 2026

The story follows Jerry Welbach (Pitt), a bumbling mob "bagman" who is given a final ultimatum by his boss: travel to Mexico to retrieve a priceless, legendary antique pistol known as "The Mexican". Meanwhile, his girlfriend Samantha (Roberts) gives him her own ultimatum—quit the mob or she’s leaving for Las Vegas.

The film is punctuated by stylized flashbacks explaining the history of the pistol. According to The Movie Database (TMDB) , the gun is believed to be cursed, leading to betrayal and tragedy for anyone who possesses it. This "cursed" element fuels the film's "comedy of errors" tone as Jerry repeatedly loses and recovers the weapon. The Mexican (2001) - IMDb The Mexican (2001)

A hitman with a sensitive side who develops a deep, philosophical friendship with Samantha while holding her hostage. The Legend of "The Mexican" The story follows Jerry Welbach (Pitt), a bumbling

Frustrated by Jerry's lifestyle, she is kidnapped by a hitman while on her way to Vegas to ensure the pistol's safe return. According to The Movie Database (TMDB) , the