Searxng/The Contractor 2022 movie Celebrity Chris Pine's 2022 thriller The Contractor surges in popularity on streaming, riding the wave of hits like Reacher and the "dad demographic. March 26, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Contractor is experiencing a notable surge in popularity on streaming platforms, four years after its initial theatrical release. The 2022 action thriller starring Chris Pine has found a new audience, thanks in part to the ongoing success of related streaming hits like Reacher.