“Today You Die” (2025) marks the explosive return of Steven Seagal in a gritty action-thriller that revives his hard-hitting screen presence. Directed by Michael Oblowitz, the film co-stars Anthony ‘Treach’ Criss and Sarah Buxton, and had a reported spending budget of $35 million, which was allocated to intense urban-set action sequences, practical explosions, and a moody cinematic score.
Released on August 15, 2025, the movie opened in over 2,800 theaters across the U.S. and quickly gained traction due to its old-school action vibe and Seagal’s nostalgic fan base. It went on to gross $91 million worldwide, making it one of Seagal’s most commercially successful films in over a decade.
🔥 Spoiler-Filled Story Summary:
Steven Seagal plays Harlan Banks, a former black-ops agent turned Robin Hood-style thief who only steals from criminal syndicates. After a high-stakes heist involving $20 million in cartel money, Harlan is double-crossed by a corrupt FBI handler and ends up in prison. There, he meets Ice (Treach) — a tech-savvy inmate with deep connections to underground networks.
The two orchestrate a daring escape and team up with Cynthia Kane (Sarah Buxton), a former CIA analyst seeking vengeance against the same handler. Together, the trio uncovers a conspiracy that links rogue federal agents, arms dealers, and corporate overlords in a scheme to destabilize urban communities with illegal weapons.
In a brutal climax set in a skyscraper rigged with explosives, Harlan confronts the traitorous agent who betrayed him. After a brutal hand-to-hand showdown, Harlan throws him from the rooftop just as the building explodes behind him — walking away with Ice and Cynthia as sirens wail in the distance.
Success Story:
Despite being a late-era action film for Seagal, “Today You Die” (2025) was praised for its gritty cinematography, surprisingly clever twists, and Treach’s standout performance. Streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime reported high viewership in the first month of digital release, and talks of a sequel or spin-off featuring Treach’s character are already in development.
