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The Accountant 2 has made its debut in theaters, starring Ben Affleck as the lead character once again. If you’re curious about where to stream the original film, we have the details.
The initial film, The Accountant, features a unique character in Christian Wolff, played by Affleck. He is depicted as a genius with a rare gift for mathematics but struggles with interpersonal relationships. Operated from a small CPA office, he secretly handles the financial accounts of various dangerous criminal enterprises.
As the story unfolds, Wolff finds himself pursued by a Treasury agent, portrayed by J.K. Simmons, while taking on the accounting for a cutting-edge robotics firm. His investigation into financial irregularities reveals shocking truths and leads to an increase in violence.
Directed by Gavin O’Connor, The Accountant also stars Jon Bernthal as Brax, Wolff’s brother who has a dark profession, alongside Anna Kendrick who plays Dana, an accountant at the robotics company. Additionally, Cynthia Addai-Robinson features as Marybeth, who is tasked by Treasury Agent King (Simmons) to delve deeper into Wolff’s activities.
For those who have not revisited The Accountant since its release in 2016, a refresher might be beneficial before diving into The Accountant 2. New viewers will also have an opportunity to explore Christian’s intricate backstory, enhancing their experience of the sequel.
Currently, The Accountant is available for streaming on Max and Prime Video. Subscribers can access a basic streaming plan on Max starting at $9.99 per month, while an ad-free standard package costs $16.99 monthly. For viewers seeking the best experience, a deluxe option, including 4K Ultra HD content, is available for $20.99.
On the other hand, Prime Video is part of the Amazon Prime subscription, which runs at $14.99 per month or $139 for a yearly plan. There is also an option to subscribe to Prime Video exclusively for $8.99 per month, with an ad-free upgrade available for an additional $2.99 per month.
What Is ‘The Accountant 2’ About?
The Accountant 2 had its preview screenings on Thursday and opens across the country on Friday.
The sequel follows Christian Wolff as he faces a new challenge. The story begins when an old acquaintance of his is murdered, leaving behind a mysterious note urging someone to ‘find the accountant.’ This compels Wolff to take action and investigate the matter.
As he delves deeper, he realizes he needs additional support and recruits his estranged yet formidable brother, Brax (Jon Bernthal). Together with U.S. Treasury Deputy Director Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson), they unravel a perilous conspiracy, drawing the attention of a brutal group determined to cover their tracks.
The film not only features the return of Affleck, Bernthal, Addai-Robinson, and Simmons, but it also sees the return of director Gavin O’Connor, screenwriter Bill Dubuque, and producers Lynette Howell Taylor and Mark Williams, promising fans of the franchise a cohesive continuation of the intriguing storyline.
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