Bad Man (2025 film)

Bad Man
Theatrical release poster
Directed byMichael Diliberti
Written by
  • Michael Diliberti
  • JJ Nelson
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyGarrett O'Brien
Music byAndrew Orkin
Production
companies
Distributed byVertical
Release dates
  • August 24, 2025 (2025-08-24) (Sidewalk)
  • September 5, 2025 (2025-09-05) (United States)
Running time
98 minutes[1]
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Bad Man is a 2025 American action comedy film co-written and directed by Michael Diliberti. The film stars Seann William Scott, Johnny Simmons, Chance Perdomo (in his final film role), Lovi Poe, Kaitlin Doubleday, Ethan Suplee, Rob Riggle, and Jett Wilder.[2]

The film premiered at the Sidewalk Film Festival on August 24, 2025 and was released by Vertical on September 5, 2025.[3]

Premise

In Colt Lake, Tennessee, Sam Evans tackles a meth epidemic. He is sidelined on the arrival of Bobby Gaines, an undercover agent. Despite Evans' local ties, Gaines is hailed as a hero. Suspicions arise concerning Gaines which unravels a complex narrative.

Cast

Production

In February 2024, it was announced that Seann William Scott, Rob Riggle, Johnny Simmons, Chance Perdomo and Lovi Poe would be added along with the cast which is directed by Michael Diliberti.[4]

Filming took place in Helena, Alabama, and Graysville, Alabama, from December 11, 2023, to January 19, 2024, in which the film had wrapped.[5][6]

Production was already completed[7] when Perdomo died following a motorcycle crash in late-March 2024.[8] This marks his final film appearance and is dedicated to his memory.[9]

Release

Bad Man was theatrically released by Vertical in September 5, 2025.[10][11]

Reception

UK Film Review praised Bad Man as a sharp crime comedy that reworks the classic “new sheriff in town” trope. The review highlighted Johnny Simmons’ nuanced performance and Seann William Scott’s comedic flair, noting the film’s satire of macho bravado and social posturing.[12]

References

  1. ^ "Bad Man (15)". British Board of Film Classification. August 6, 2025. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
  2. ^ "Seann William Scott, Rob Riggle, Chance Perdomo & Lovi Poe Among Cast For 'Bad Man', The Syndicate & UTA Independent Film Group Launching Sales For EFM". Yahoo News. February 15, 2024. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  3. ^ "Bad Man". Sidewalk Film Center & Cinema. Retrieved July 27, 2025.
  4. ^ "Seann William Scott, Rob Riggle, Chance Perdomo & Lovi Poe Among Cast For 'Bad Man', The Syndicate & UTA Independent Film Group Launching Sales For EFM". Yahoo News. February 15, 2024. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  5. ^ Flanagan, Ben (December 18, 2023). "Seann William Scott spotted as 'Bad Man' continues filming in Alabama". al. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  6. ^ "Bad Man". Production List | Film & Television Industry Alliance. November 13, 2023. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  7. ^ Wiseman, Andreas (February 15, 2024). "Seann William Scott, Rob Riggle, Chance Perdomo & Lovi Poe Among Cast For 'Bad Man', The Syndicate & UTA Independent Film Group Launching Sales For EFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
  8. ^ Zee, Michaela (March 30, 2024). "Chance Perdomo, 'Gen V' and 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina' Star, Dies at 27". Variety. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  9. ^ Bošnjak, Dominik (September 5, 2025). "Action Comedy 'Bad Man' Teases Tense Standoff in New Clip [EXCLUSIVE]". Game Rant. Retrieved September 8, 2025.
  10. ^ Taylor, Drew (June 5, 2025). "Hemlock Circle's 'Bad Man,' Starring Sean William Scott and Rob Riggle Gets Theatrical Release From Vertical This Fall | Exclusive". TheWrap. Retrieved June 5, 2025.
  11. ^ Bad Man - Official Trailer - IGN. August 28, 2025. Retrieved August 28, 2025 – via www.ign.com.
  12. ^ "Bad Man Review | Film Reviews". UK Film Review. Retrieved September 5, 2025.
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