The Hire

The Hire· Season 2 · Episode 3

Beat the Devil

S02E03·October 31, 2002·10m·BMW Films

Decades ago, the legendary James Brown sold his soul to the devil for fame and fortune. Now he wishes to renegotiate. Hired to take Mr. Brown to a rendezvous with the devil, the driver soon finds himself entangled in fiendish plans.

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Guest stars

Gary OldmanGary Oldmanas DevilJames BrownJames Brownas SelfDanny TrejoDanny Trejoas BobMarilyn MansonMarilyn Mansonas Self

Crew

Tony ScottTony ScottDirectorDavid CarterWriterGreg HahnWriter

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