IMDb 4.3 2008 HD

The Art of War II: Betrayal

The Art of War II: Betrayal

2008
Action Thriller
103 min R Canada
4.786 / 10
4.3 IMDB

Agent Neil Shaw is called out of retirement and finds himself in the midst of a plot to assassinate several leading Senators with himself set-up to take the…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Josef Rusnak / Catherine Kretz / Elspeth Grafton / Mike Crain / Yannick Leray
Starring
Wesley Snipes / Lochlyn Munro / Athena Karkanis / Winston Rekert / Ryan McDonald / Rachel Hayward / Scott Heindl / Michael Ryan

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

predictable serviceable competent engaging uninspired suspenseful action-packed intriguing straightforward gritty formulaic solid

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
May 2, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

In 'The Art of War II: Betrayal,' Wesley Snipes steps back into the shoes of Agent Neil Shaw, tasked with unravelling a conspiracy that threatens to destabilise the political landscape. The film centres on an assassination plot against…

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Arthur Pendelton
May 2, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Wesley Snipes anchors 'The Art of War II: Betrayal' with a performance that lends credibility to the film's intricate plot of political betrayal and assassination attempts. Shaw's reluctant return to action is compelling, especially as he finds himself…

G
Genevieve Dubois
May 2, 2026
2.0 / 5
2.0

'The Art of War II: Betrayal' finds Wesley Snipes reprising his role as Agent Neil Shaw, but the spark that might have ignited a truly memorable sequel feels somewhat extinguished. The premise, involving a plot to assassinate Senators…

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Marcus Bellweather
May 2, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

For fans of direct-to-video actioners, 'The Art of War II: Betrayal' offers a decent slice of suspense. Wesley Snipes is back as Agent Neil Shaw, a man thrust out of retirement and into a political quagmire involving senatorial…

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Eleanor Vance
May 2, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

Wesley Snipes returns as the stoic Agent Neil Shaw in 'The Art of War II: Betrayal,' a film that promises intrigue but largely delivers a familiar, if somewhat predictable, espionage outing. Snipes carries the weight of the narrative…

FAQs

Based on the plot, the tone of The Art of War II: Betrayal leans towards a serious espionage thriller. The presence of an assassination plot against Senators and an agent being framed suggests a narrative imbued with suspense, tension, and a sense of urgency. The film likely aims for a gritty, action-oriented experience where political intrigue and personal danger are paramount, rather than a lighthearted or comedic approach.