In the politically charged thriller "Beirut," directed by Brad Anderson, former U.S. diplomat Mason Skiles, played by Jon Hamm, is drawn back into a world of danger he thought he had left behind. A decade after a tragic personal loss during a period of rising tensions in Lebanon, Skiles is reluctantly recruited to negotiate for a colleague's life, finding himself at the center of a complex web of espionage and betrayal. The film features a strong supporting cast including Rosamund Pike, Dean Norris, Shea Whigham, Mark Pellegrino, and Alon Aboutboul, who portray the various allies, adversaries, and intelligence operatives Skiles must navigate. Written by Tony Gilroy, this R-rated film unfolds over 109 tense minutes, capturing the gritty atmosphere of a city on the brink. As Skiles maneuvers through the shadowy dealings, he must confront his own past while trying to secure a fragile future, making for a gripping tale of political intrigue and personal redemption.