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|country=[[Image:USA.jpg|25px]] United States | |country=[[Image:USA.jpg|25px]] United States | ||
|director=Gavin O'Connor | |director=Gavin O'Connor | ||
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|actor5=[[Cynthia Addai-Robinson]] | |actor5=[[Cynthia Addai-Robinson]] | ||
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{{Film Title|The Accountant}} | {{Film Title|The Accountant}} | ||
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=Handguns= | =Handguns= | ||
== | ==Colt Python== | ||
A Treasury agent discovers a concealed [[Colt Python]] in the residence of Christian Wolff ([[Ben Affleck]]). She notes that the serial number has been filed off and unloads the gun offscreen, saying that it is loaded with Hydra-Shoks. | |||
[[File: | [[File:ColtPythonStdBarrel.jpg|thumb|none|350px|Colt Python with 4" barrel and factory black rubber combat grips - .357 Magnum]] | ||
[[File: | [[File:AccountantPython.jpg|thumb|none|600px|A Treasury agent finds the Python. Only the grips are seen.]] | ||
==Glock 17== | ==Glock 17== | ||
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[[File:Glock173rdGen.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Glock 17 (3rd Generation) - 9x19mm]] | [[File:Glock173rdGen.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Glock 17 (3rd Generation) - 9x19mm]] | ||
[[File:Accountant_210.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative holds the pistol.]] | [[File:Accountant_210.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative holds the pistol.]] | ||
[[File:Accountant_041.jpg|thumb|none|600px|One of Brax's operatives is armed with a Glock pistol.]] | |||
==Heckler & Koch HK45T== | ==Heckler & Koch HK45T== | ||
What appears to be a [[Heckler & Koch HK45T]] fitted with a suppressor is seen in the hands of Brax ([[Jon Bernthal]]) | What appears to be a [[Heckler & Koch HK45T]] fitted with a suppressor is seen in the hands of Brax ([[Jon Bernthal]]). The Tru-Dot sights visible in the production still denote that this is a factory HK45T model. | ||
[[File:HK45TBlk.jpg|thumb|none| | [[File:HK45TBlk.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Heckler & Koch HK45T - .45 ACP]] | ||
[[File:Hk-45-suppressor.jpg|thumb|none|600px| | [[File:Hk45t-brax.JPG|thumb|none|600px|A close-up showing the threaded barrel sticking out.]] | ||
[[File:Hk-45-suppressor.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Close-up of the suppressor being attached to the pistol. Note the forward angle on the trigger guard which differentiates it from other HK models.]] | |||
[[File:Hk45-on-dash.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brax's HK45 | [[File:Hk45-on-dash.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brax's HK45 with a Knight's Armament suppressor lying on the dash of a car.]] | ||
[[File:Accountant-hk45t.jpg|thumb|none| | [[File:Accountant-hk45t.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Production still clearly showing the longer rail of the full-sized HK45 model and the Tru-Dot sights.]] | ||
==Heckler & Koch P30== | |||
A [[Heckler & Koch P30]] pistol is used by Thug #1 ([[Tait Fletcher]]), one of Brax's operatives. | |||
[[File:HK-P30.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Heckler & Koch P30 - 9x19mm]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 01.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The pistol is held by an operative ([[Tait Fletcher]]) to threaten Dolores Rice (Susan Williams). Note the shorter rail and the square trigger guard which differentiates it from the HK45.]] | |||
==Heckler & Koch USP== | |||
The [[Heckler & Koch USP]] is used by one of Brax's operatives. | |||
[[Image:H&KUSP40.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Heckler & Koch USP - .40 S&W]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 02.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The pistol is held by Brax's man.]] | |||
==Para-Ordnance Black Ops 1911 14.45== | ==Para-Ordnance Black Ops 1911 14.45== | ||
Wolff uses a [[Para-Ordnance Black Ops]] 1911 throughout the film. This pistol is fitted with a threaded barrel, magazine well, a Surefire X300 weaponlight, and a specially shortened SilencerCo Osprey suppressor and is the 14.45 variant with a 14-round double-stack magazine. The gun is not the Combat model as it lacks taller sights. | |||
[[File:Para-blackops-1445.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Para-Ordnance Black Ops 1911 14.45 | [[File:Para-blackops-1445.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Para-Ordnance Black Ops 1911 14.45 - .45 ACP]] | ||
[[File:Accountant-para-blackops1445.jpg|thumb|none| | [[File:ISS_10.jpg|thumb|none|500px|The screen-used suppressed Para-Ordnance Black Ops 1911, carried by Christian Wolff ([[Ben Affleck]]) in the film ''The Accountant'', from Independent Studio Services. (Video from Vickers Tactical).]] | ||
[[File:Accountant-para-blackops1445.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Production still. SilencerCo Osprey 45K suppressor can clearly be made out.]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_04.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff armed with a suppressed Black Ops pistol.]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_205.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff reloads his Black Ops after saving Dana. The double-stack magazine held between his fingers.]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_203.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The pistol is seen on the left in the hidden armory.]] | [[File:Accountant_203.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The pistol is seen on the left in the hidden armory.]] | ||
[[File:Accountant_202.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff holds his suppressed pistol.]] | [[File:Accountant_202.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff holds his suppressed pistol.]] | ||
[[File:TheAccountant1911.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff holding his Black Ops in film's climax. | [[File:AccountantPara.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff readies his Black Ops before the final shootout. The threaded barrel can be seen here.]] | ||
[[File:AccountantOsprey.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff threading the SilencerCo Osprey 45K suppressor onto his Black Ops.]] | |||
[[File:TheAccountant1911.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff holding his Black Ops in the film's climax. Clearly seen is the Para Black Ops logo engraved in the front of the 1911's ejection port.]] | |||
==Para-Ordnance P-14 Limited== | |||
Wolff also uses what appears to be an early model [[Para-Ordnance P-14 Limited]] during the Gambino flashback sequence. | |||
[[File:Para P14 Limited.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Para-Ordnance P-14 Limited, early model with vertical slide serrations - .45 ACP]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_37.jpg|thumb|none|600px|What appears to be an early model Para-Ordnance P-14 Limited is put to the head of Agent Ray King.]] | |||
==SIG-Sauer P229 E2== | |||
Director Ray King ([[J.K. Simmons]]) is seen carrying what appears to be a [[SIG-Sauer P229 E2]] in flashbacks to the Gambino massacre. | |||
[[File:SIG-Sauer P229 E2.jpg|thumb|none|300px|SIG-Sauer P229 E2 - 9x19mm]] | |||
[[File:Account_09.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Ray King ([[J.K. Simmons]]) holds his SIG-Sauer P229 E2 during a flashback.]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_10.jpg|thumb|none|600px|King holds his pistol.]] | |||
==Smith & Wesson Model 327== | |||
Christian Wolff ([[Ben Affleck]]) examines a 2" barrel [[Smith & Wesson Model 327]] and then puts it in a bag when on his trailer. | |||
[[File:S&W327.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Smith & Wesson Model 327 with 2" barrel - .357 Magnum]] | |||
[[File:Sw 327 the accountant.JPG|thumb|none|600px|Wolff holds the 327.]] | |||
[[File:Sw 327 accountant 2.JPG|thumb|none|600px|Different angle of the 327. Here we can see the backstrap of the Springfield Armory XD held in Wolff's left hand.]] | |||
==Smith & Wesson M&P (Two-Tone)== | |||
A [[Smith & Wesson M&P]] pistol with a stainless slide is seen used by the operative who goes after Dana Cummings ([[Anna Kendrick]]) in her bathroom. | |||
[[Image:Twotone mp.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Two-tone Smith & Wesson M&P - 9x19mm]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_05.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The operative uses his pistol.]] | |||
==Springfield Armory XD== | |||
Christian Wolff ([[Ben Affleck]]) is also seen chambering a [[Springfield Armory XD|Springfield Armory XD-9 V-10]] and then stowing it in a bag in his trailer. | |||
[[File:Xd9v10.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Springfield Armory XD-9 Service Model V-10 - 9x19mm]] | |||
[[File:AccountantSAXD.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff chambers the Springfield Armory XD-9 V-10.]] | |||
[[File:AccountantSAXD2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff holds the pistol. Note the compensator cuts in the slide.]] | |||
=Rifles/Carbines= | |||
==Daniel Defense MK18== | |||
Wolff uses what appears to be a [[Daniel Defense DDM4 MK18]] fitted with a foregrip, flashlight, suppressor, Magpul MOE stock and Leupold HAMR/Delta point optic sight during the final shootout. The rifle can be seen earlier in the back of Wolff's Airstream trailer. | |||
[[File:Dd-mk18-factory.JPG|thumb|none|400px|Factory Daniel Defense MK18 - 5.56x45mm NATO]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_203.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Daniel Defense DDM4 MK18 can be seen on the left wall. The Leupold HAMR/Delta point optic combo makes it stand out. If you look closely you can see white text on the side of the receiver. This is an exclusive marking style to Daniel Defense. Between that and the barrel length we can see this is a DD MK18.]] | |||
[[File:Accountant-ddmk18.JPG|thumb|none|600px|Wolff firing his Daniel Defense DDM4 MK18. The Leupold HAMR/Delta point combo is clearly seen up top. The flashlight appears to be a Surefire scout light and the suppressor looks to be an AAC model.]] | |||
[[File:Account_14.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff fires his rifle.]] | |||
==FN SCAR-L== | |||
One of Brax's men is armed with the [[FN SCAR-L]]. | |||
[[Image:SCAR-L CQC.jpg|thumb|450px|none|Third Generation FN SCAR-L CQC - 5.56x45mm NATO]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 13.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative with his FN SCAR.]] | |||
[[File:AccountantSCAR.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another shot.]] | |||
==Heckler & Koch G36C== | |||
Several of Brax's men carry the [[Heckler & Koch G36C]]. | |||
[[File:HKG36CEOTechsight.jpg|thumb|400px|none|Heckler & Koch G36C with an EOTech sight - 5.56x45mm]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 19.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Brax's operative on the left goes down while holding a Heckler & Koch G36C.]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 43.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The operative on the left is armed with the G36C.]] | |||
= | == M4A1 Carbine == | ||
One of Brax's men carries an [[M4A1 Carbine]] while guarding the home. | |||
[[Image:ColtM4.jpg|thumb|none|450px|M4A1 Carbine - 5.56x45mm]] | |||
[[ | [[File:Accountant 25.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The M4A1 is seen at the right on the table.]] | ||
[[File: | [[File:AccountantM4.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative with an M4A1 with Leupold CQ/T scope.]] | ||
== | ==Mk 18 Mod 0== | ||
One of Brax's men is seen using a [[M16_rifle_series#Mk_18_Mod_0|Mk 18 Mod 0]] while guarding the home. | |||
[[ | [[Image:M4A1CQBR.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Mk 18 Mod 0 with 4-position stock and RIS handguard - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
[[File:AccountantMK18.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative fires the Mk 18.]] | |||
==Noveske N4 Diplomat== | |||
One of Brax's men can be seen with what appears to be a [[Noveske N4 Diplomat]]. | |||
[[File:Current Noveske diplomat.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Noveske N4 Diplomat - 5.56x45mm]] | |||
[[File:AccountantNoveske.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative takes cover while holding the Diplomat.]] | |||
[[File:AccountantNoveske2.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Another shot. The KX3 flash-suppressor is clearly seen.]] | |||
==SIG P556== | |||
One of Brax's men uses what appears to be a [[SIG P556]] with SG 550-series lower receiver, 30-round magazine and optics. | |||
[[File:SIG 552 2tone.jpg|thumb|none|400px|SIG P556 SWAT with SG 550-series lower receiver and 30-round magazine - 5.56x45mm]] | |||
[[File:AccountantSIG.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative on the left with the weapon. It is seen used in a close-quarters fight later in the film but no clear shots are available.]] | |||
=Sniper Rifles= | |||
==Barrett M82A1M== | ==Barrett M82A1M== | ||
Wolff is also seen firing a [[Barrett M82#Barrett M82A1M|Barrett M82A1M]], first to snipe | Wolff is also seen firing a [[Barrett M82#Barrett M82A1M|Barrett M82A1M]], first to snipe cantaloupe from a mile away, and later in two separate fights. | ||
[[File:Barrett M82A1M.jpg|thumb|none| | [[File:Barrett M82A1M.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Barrett M82A1M - .50 BMG]] | ||
[[File:Account_03.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff takes aim with the Barrett.]] | [[File:Account_03.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff takes aim with the Barrett.]] | ||
[[File:Accountant_209.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff takes target practice with the Barrett. | [[File:Accountant_209.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff takes target practice with the Barrett.]] | ||
[[File:Accountant_31.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff fires the Barrett from the shoulder.]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_38.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Wolff takes up a position with the Barrett.]] | |||
==M40A1 Sniper Rifle== | |||
A tan-camo [[M40 Sniper Rifle|M40A1 sniper rifle]] is used by one of Brax's men ([[Alex Huynh]]). | |||
[[Image:M40a1standard-1-.jpg|thumb|none|450px|M40A1 sniper rifle - 7.62x51mm NATO]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 24.jpg|thumb|none|600px|One of Brax's operatives ([[Alex Huynh]]) readies his tan-camo sniper rifle.]] | |||
==Remington 700PSS== | |||
Some operatives are seen armed with what appears to be a [[Remington 700PSS]] while guarding a home. Christian later makes use of an operative's Remington to take out another operative. | |||
[[Image:RemingtonPSS700.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Remington 700PSS with Harris bipod - .300 Win Mag]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 23.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The sniper readies his rifle.]] | |||
[[File:AccountantRemington.jpg|thumb|none|600px|''"Pull is to the left. You might consider using a round with a superior ballistic coefficient."''<BR>Wolff sets down the Remington before he takes up his Barrett.]] | |||
=Submachine Guns= | |||
==Heckler & Koch MP5K-PDW== | |||
One of Brax's men is briefly seen with a [[Heckler & Koch MP5K-PDW]] fitted with a suppressor. | |||
[[File:Suppressed MP5K-PDW.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Heckler & Koch MP5K-PDW with suppressor - 9x19mm]] | |||
[[File:AccountantMP5K.jpg|thumb|none|600px|An operative with the suppressed MP5K.]] | |||
=Shotguns= | |||
==Benelli M4== | |||
A [[Benelli M4]] is briefly used by one of Brax's men. | |||
[[file:M4Super90.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Benelli M4 Super 90 - 12 Gauge]] | |||
[[File:Accountant_16.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The Benelli M4 is used by one of Brax's men.]] | |||
=Machine Guns= | =Machine Guns= | ||
==GE M134 Minigun== | ==GE M134 Minigun== | ||
A [[GE M134 Minigun]] is discovered by FBI agents in Christian's house, mounted to cover the front yard. | A [[M134 Minigun|GE M134 Minigun]] is discovered by FBI agents in Christian's house, mounted to cover the front yard. | ||
[[File:GeneralElectricM134MinigunOriginalSpadeGripMount.jpg|thumb|none|450px|General Electric M134 with first pattern spade grip mount and crosshair sights. Note the lack of flash | [[File:GeneralElectricM134MinigunOriginalSpadeGripMount.jpg|thumb|none|450px|General Electric M134 Minigun with first pattern spade grip mount and crosshair sights - 7.62x51mm NATO. Note the lack of flash-suppressor and three disked barrel cluster.]] | ||
[[File:Account_07.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The minigun is examined by agents.]] | [[File:Account_07.jpg|thumb|none|600px|The minigun is examined by FBI agents.]] | ||
=Other= | =Other= | ||
==M84 Stun Grenade== | |||
An [[M84 stun grenade]] is seen on an operative's vest during a fight with Wolff. | |||
[[File:M84-Flash-Bang-Grenade.jpg|thumb|none|200px|M84 stun grenade]] | |||
[[File:Accountant 46.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Close-up of the grenade on the operative's vest.]] | |||
==Weapons Cache== | ==Weapons Cache== | ||
Wolff keeps a hidden cache of weapons inside a mobile trailer. | Wolff keeps a hidden cache of weapons inside a mobile trailer. | ||
[[File:Account_01.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Left to right: Several | [[File:Account_01.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Left to right: Several Kimber Custom TLE IIs, Springfield Armory XDs, Barrett M82A1M, M40A5, Mini Uzi, HK416, MP5A3.]] | ||
[[File:Accountant_203.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Several pistols on the left.]] | [[File:Accountant_203.jpg|thumb|none|600px|Several pistols on the left.]] | ||
==Special== | ==Special== | ||
Actor [[Ben Affleck]] underwent firearms training prior to taking on the role in the film. | Actor [[Ben Affleck]] underwent firearms training prior to taking on the role in the film. | ||
[[File:AccountantAffleckTraining.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Ben Affleck training at International Tactical Training Seminars for ''The Accountant''. To the left of Affleck is Scott Reitz, a 30 year veteran of the LAPD and a firearms instructor who has trained with US Army Delta and | [[File:AccountantAffleckTraining.jpg|thumb|none|500px|Ben Affleck training at International Tactical Training Seminars for ''The Accountant''. To the left of Affleck is Scott Reitz, a 30-year veteran of the LAPD and a firearms instructor who has trained with US Army Delta and SEAL Team Six.]] | ||
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The following weapons were used in the film The Accountant:
Handguns
Colt Python
A Treasury agent discovers a concealed Colt Python in the residence of Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck). She notes that the serial number has been filed off and unloads the gun offscreen, saying that it is loaded with Hydra-Shoks.
Glock 17
Brax (Jon Bernthal) along with some of his operatives are seen with the Glock 17. Christian "Chris" Wolff (Ben Affleck) also uses one at one point.
Heckler & Koch HK45T
What appears to be a Heckler & Koch HK45T fitted with a suppressor is seen in the hands of Brax (Jon Bernthal). The Tru-Dot sights visible in the production still denote that this is a factory HK45T model.
Heckler & Koch P30
A Heckler & Koch P30 pistol is used by Thug #1 (Tait Fletcher), one of Brax's operatives.
Heckler & Koch USP
The Heckler & Koch USP is used by one of Brax's operatives.
Para-Ordnance Black Ops 1911 14.45
Wolff uses a Para-Ordnance Black Ops 1911 throughout the film. This pistol is fitted with a threaded barrel, magazine well, a Surefire X300 weaponlight, and a specially shortened SilencerCo Osprey suppressor and is the 14.45 variant with a 14-round double-stack magazine. The gun is not the Combat model as it lacks taller sights.
Para-Ordnance P-14 Limited
Wolff also uses what appears to be an early model Para-Ordnance P-14 Limited during the Gambino flashback sequence.
SIG-Sauer P229 E2
Director Ray King (J.K. Simmons) is seen carrying what appears to be a SIG-Sauer P229 E2 in flashbacks to the Gambino massacre.
Smith & Wesson Model 327
Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) examines a 2" barrel Smith & Wesson Model 327 and then puts it in a bag when on his trailer.
Smith & Wesson M&P (Two-Tone)
A Smith & Wesson M&P pistol with a stainless slide is seen used by the operative who goes after Dana Cummings (Anna Kendrick) in her bathroom.
Springfield Armory XD
Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) is also seen chambering a Springfield Armory XD-9 V-10 and then stowing it in a bag in his trailer.
Rifles/Carbines
Daniel Defense MK18
Wolff uses what appears to be a Daniel Defense DDM4 MK18 fitted with a foregrip, flashlight, suppressor, Magpul MOE stock and Leupold HAMR/Delta point optic sight during the final shootout. The rifle can be seen earlier in the back of Wolff's Airstream trailer.
FN SCAR-L
One of Brax's men is armed with the FN SCAR-L.
Heckler & Koch G36C
Several of Brax's men carry the Heckler & Koch G36C.
M4A1 Carbine
One of Brax's men carries an M4A1 Carbine while guarding the home.
Mk 18 Mod 0
One of Brax's men is seen using a Mk 18 Mod 0 while guarding the home.
Noveske N4 Diplomat
One of Brax's men can be seen with what appears to be a Noveske N4 Diplomat.
SIG P556
One of Brax's men uses what appears to be a SIG P556 with SG 550-series lower receiver, 30-round magazine and optics.
Sniper Rifles
Barrett M82A1M
Wolff is also seen firing a Barrett M82A1M, first to snipe cantaloupe from a mile away, and later in two separate fights.
M40A1 Sniper Rifle
A tan-camo M40A1 sniper rifle is used by one of Brax's men (Alex Huynh).
Remington 700PSS
Some operatives are seen armed with what appears to be a Remington 700PSS while guarding a home. Christian later makes use of an operative's Remington to take out another operative.
Wolff sets down the Remington before he takes up his Barrett.
Submachine Guns
Heckler & Koch MP5K-PDW
One of Brax's men is briefly seen with a Heckler & Koch MP5K-PDW fitted with a suppressor.
Shotguns
Benelli M4
A Benelli M4 is briefly used by one of Brax's men.
Machine Guns
GE M134 Minigun
A GE M134 Minigun is discovered by FBI agents in Christian's house, mounted to cover the front yard.
Other
M84 Stun Grenade
An M84 stun grenade is seen on an operative's vest during a fight with Wolff.
Weapons Cache
Wolff keeps a hidden cache of weapons inside a mobile trailer.
Special
Actor Ben Affleck underwent firearms training prior to taking on the role in the film.
