TV series
BMW Films presents "The Hire", a series of nine short films produced for the Internet in 2001 and 2002, with a ninth short film following in 2016. A form of branded content, all nine short films feature popular filmmakers from across the globe, star Clive Owen as the "Driver", and highlight the performance aspects of various BMW automobiles.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Hire premiered April 26, 2001. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
BMW Films presents "The Hire", a series of nine short films produced for the Internet in 2001 and 2002, with a ninth short film following in 2016. A form of branded content, all nine short films feature popular filmmakers from across the globe, star Clive Owen as the "Driver", and highlight the performance aspects of various BMW automobiles.
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Episode 1
The driver races to locate a kidnapped victim locked in the trunk of an abandoned car somewhere on the water's edge. Linked to her only by cell phone, the driver narrows in on her location in a desperate race against time and tide.
Directed by John WooWritten by David CarterGuest stars Maury Chaykin, Kathryn Morris
Episode 2
The driver rescues a mysterious messenger carrying an even more mysterious briefcase after an ambush on a rural highway. As a helicopter gunman relentlessly pursues them, a game of political intrigue plays out, with an unforeseen ending.
Directed by Joe CarnahanWritten by Joe Sweet, Joe CarnahanGuest stars F. Murray Abraham, Don Cheadle, Clifton Powell, Ray Liotta, Robert Patrick, Dennis Haysbert
Episode 3
Decades ago, the legendary James Brown sold his soul to the devil for fame and fortune. Now he wishes to renegotiate. Hired to take Mr. Brown to a rendezvous with the devil, the driver soon finds himself entangled in fiendish plans.
Directed by Tony ScottWritten by Greg Hahn, David CarterGuest stars Gary Oldman, James Brown, Danny Trejo, Marilyn Manson
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
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Mason LeePassenger
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