On: The Line

Elvis Cooney (Mel Gibson) is a veteran Los Angeles radio DJ known for his abrasive "shock jock" persona.

On the Line is a 2022 thriller written and directed by Romuald Boulanger that focuses on a "one-location" plot, following an abrasive radio DJ whose family is kidnapped during his night shift. The film is available on platforms like Netflix. On the Line

Early in his overnight shift, a man named Gary calls in claiming to have broken into Elvis’s home, threatening to kill his wife and daughter unless Elvis plays a dangerous game on air. Elvis Cooney (Mel Gibson) is a veteran Los

Elvis must stay on the air and follow Gary’s instructions while trying to locate him, leading to intense psychological pressure in the closed setting of the radio station. Early in his overnight shift, a man named

The film features a dramatic, highly divisive twist ending that recontextualizes the events of the movie. Review Summary

The ending is the most controversial aspect. While some found it a clever twist, others felt it was absurd and ruined the preceding film. Key Takeaways On the Line Movie Review | Common Sense Media

Mel Gibson is generally seen as carrying the film, offering a gritty performance reminiscent of his older work, though some find it a bit "hammy".