Legacy of Lies

 Overview

Starring Scott Adkins, Legacy of Lies follows Martin Baxter, a former MI6 agent whose life has deteriorated into obscurity after a disastrous mission in Kiev. He's reluctantly pulled back into espionage when his daughter is kidnapped and he’s forced into a deadly race involving Russian agents, the CIA, and missing case files that threaten global secrets.

 Plot & Main Characters

• Martin Baxter (Scott Adkins): A deeply flawed yet capable operative, haunted by past failures.

• Lisa Baxter (Honor Kneafsey): Martin’s daughter, whose capture forces him back into the field.

• Sasha (Yuliia Sobol): An investigative journalist seeking justice for her father’s death; she teams up with Martin in hopes of exposing corruption.

• Antagonists: Russian operatives, CIA agents, and former colleagues—all intertwined in political intrigue.

Style & Reception

Directed and written by Adrian Bol, the film attempts a blend of gritty espionage and martial-arts action. While fans praised its professional look, intense father-daughter stakes, and Adkins’s leaner, more emotional performance, critics often cited clichés, inconsistent pacing, and a weaker final act as major drawbacks.

Ending & Sequel Setup

The film closes on a cliffhanger: Martin is alive but imprisoned, Russia is hunting veteran journalist Sasha, and custody of the crucial files remains unresolved. In interviews, Scott Adkins expressed interest in returning if there’s sufficient audience support, hinting that a sequel is possible but entirely dependent on performance and demand.

Sequel Status: Not Yet Written

• As of now, no sequel is in development, though the ending clearly leaves room for continuation.

• Adrian Bol has not announced any follow-up project.

• If a sequel materializes, fans expect:

  • Martin’s escape and rescue mission

  • Further development of the “Hive” spy network

  • Possible redemption arc or deeper conspiracy exposure