BS Nippon TV to Premiere Popular 'Sniper' Series 9th Installment for Free! 'Sniper: Rogue Mission' Airs July 25 (Sat) at 7 PM

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What Is the 'Sniper' Series That Continues to Captivate Movie Fans?

Since the release of its first film in 1993, the 'Sniper' series has become a landmark military action franchise, with 12 films produced over more than 30 years. The series began with acclaimed actor Tom Berenger, known in Japan for classics like 'Platoon' and 'Major League,' and now continues with Chad Michael Collins, who plays his son, carrying on the legacy.

The intense 'one shot, one kill' suspense, combined with profound human drama—moral dilemmas, inner conflict, loneliness, and the deep bonds forged in battle—has made this series a beloved masterpiece that transcends typical action films.

A major appeal of the 'Sniper' series is its ability to evolve with fan demand and trends. This summer, BS Nippon TV will air 'Sniper 8: The Final Assassination' and 'Sniper 9: Rogue Mission' back-to-back. 'Sniper 8' drew attention for featuring Saeka Akimoto, former AKB48 member, in a full-fledged action role as the story enters a new phase.

Additionally, the latest installment, 'Sniper 12,' will be released on August 5. Don’t miss the immersive 'Sniper' experience on the big TV screen this summer!

July 18 (Sat), 7:00 PM – 'Sniper 8: The Final Assassination'

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[Synopsis] A minister is assassinated during an international conference. Sniper Brandon Beckett becomes the prime suspect and, now hunted by the CIA, flees to prove his innocence—heading to a remote mountain cabin where his retired sniper father, Thomas Beckett, lives. Just as his innocence begins to be proven with the help of Zero from the Department of Homeland Security, a mysterious Japanese assassin known as Lady Death appears—possessing incredible combat skills and pinpoint sniper precision—sending the case into an unexpected direction…

Cast: Chad Michael Collins / Saeka Akimoto / Tom Berenger / Ryan Robbins / Lochlyn Munro

Director: Keoni Waxman | Screenplay: Oliver Thompson | Music: Patrick Caird

July 25 (Sat), 7:00 PM – 'Sniper 9: Rogue Mission'

[Synopsis] Now working as a CIA officer, Brandon uncovers a massive corruption network within the federal government and its ties to an international human trafficking ring. But the enemy’s power is too great—conventional military and police forces are ineffective. To take down this invisible enemy, Brandon breaks free from military protocol and forms an unofficial mission team, 'G.R.I.T.' Teaming up with Zero, an investigator from the Department of Homeland Security, and the assassin Lady Death, he sets out to expose corrupt officials and dismantle the criminal organization.

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Cast: Chad Michael Collins / Ryan Robbins / Saeka Akimoto / Josh Brener / Dennis Haysbert

Director, Screenplay, Music: Oliver Thompson