The Comeback Trail is a dark comedy directed by George Gallo and released in 2020. The film features a star-studded cast including Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman, and Tommy Lee Jones.
Max Barber (Robert De Niro) is a struggling movie producer who owes a substantial debt to a mob boss named Reggie Fontaine (Morgan Freeman). In an attempt to pay off his debt, Max comes up with a scheme to make money off his latest film, which stars washed-up Western actor Duke Montana (Tommy Lee Jones).
Max plans to take out a large insurance policy on Montana and then kill him during the making of the movie, making it look like a tragic accident. However, things don't go as planned when Montana survives Max's initial attempt, forcing Max to put him in increasingly dangerous situations in hopes of finally cashing in on his insurance policy.
As Max's scheme unfolds, he finds himself in a series of unpredictable situations that threaten to derail his plan and put his own life in danger. Montana, who starts to suspect foul play, must rely on his own cunning and wit to survive and turn the tables on Max.
With its wry humor and fast-paced action, The Comeback Trail is a fun and engaging movie that showcases the talents of its all-star cast. As the story unfolds, viewers are treated to a thrilling ride through the dark and twisted world of Hollywood's underbelly.