On Monday, May 5, Valnet's digital publications ScreenRant and Collider ed forces to host a screening of the new comedic thriller Fight or Flight in the heart of New York City. The event took place at Midtown’s DGA Theater, bringing together press, publicists, filmmakers, and talent alike to celebrate the imminent release of the film.
Fight or Flight tells the story of American operative Lucas Reyes, played by Josh Hartnett, tasked with tracking down an elusive adversary known as “The Ghost”. The bulk of the movie takes place on an airplane flying from Bangkok to San Francisco, which Reyes boards only to discover that it’s full of assassins with his name on their target list. Fight or Flight was written by D.J. Cotrona and Brooks McLaren (How it Ends) and directed by James Madigan.
More About Valnet’s Fight Or Flight Screening
ScreenRant director Katee Sackhoff and Fight or Flight director James Madigan. The Q&A was moderated by Collider’s Perri Nemiroff. The Fight or Flight stars and director shared behind-the-scenes stories about the making of the film, the creative journey that led to the finished product, and how the thriller reflects current cultural conversations.
Following the event, VIP guests were welcomed to an afterparty complete with food, drinks, and a classic New York City atmosphere. The Fight or Flight filmmakers were in attendance as Valnet celebrated the execution of their bold vision. The event was a continuation of Valnet’s commitment to highlighting the voices and talents of filmmakers across disciplines and genres, as seen at the company’s March screening of Hans Zimmer: Diamond in the Desert at The Grove AMC in Los Angeles, which the beloved composer himself attended.
For those who couldn’t attend Valnet’s screening, Fight or Flight hits theaters May 9. For more about the movie, take a look at ScreenRant’s continued coverage, complete with a review, cast list, and more. Keep an eye on ScreenRant and Collider for more screenings as well, as Valnet brands will work together to invite guests to check out some of the year’s hottest movies in exclusive early watch opportunities.
Fight or Flight hits theaters May 9.

Fight or Flight
- Release Date
- May 9, 2025
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Director
- James Madigan
- Writers
- D.J. Cotrona
- Producers
- Basil Iwanyk, Tai Duncan, Erica Lee
Cast
- Lucas Reyes
- Katee SackhoffKatherine Brunt
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