The film follows the story of a man named Slevin Kelevra (played by Josh Hartnett), who finds himself mistakenly caught in the middle of a dangerous feud between two rival crime bosses, known as The Boss (played by Morgan Freeman) and The Rabbi (played by Ben Kingsley).
Slevin, who is staying at his friend Nick Fisher’s apartment, is mistaken for Nick by the henchmen of The Boss and The Rabbi. They believe Slevin owes money to both crime bosses and demand repayment. Slevin is forced to play along to survive, but it becomes evident that he has his own agenda.
As Slevin navigates the treacherous underworld of crime, he becomes entangled in a complex web of deceit, revenge, and double-crosses. He forms relationships with two key characters: Lindsey (played by Lucy Liu), Nick’s neighbor and love interest, and Mr. Goodkat (played by Bruce Willis), a mysterious assassin with ties to both crime bosses.
As the plot unfolds, it is revealed that Slevin’s true identity and motivations are more complicated than initially apparent. He is seeking vengeance for the murder of his parents, who were killed as part of a scheme orchestrated by The Boss and The Rabbi years earlier.
In a series of flashbacks and twists, the audience learns that Slevin’s father was a bookie who stole money from both crime bosses. The Boss and The Rabbi then orchestrated a plan to kill Slevin’s parents and frame each other for the crime, leading to a cycle of revenge and retribution.
In a climactic showdown, Slevin confronts The Boss and The Rabbi, revealing his true identity and motives. With the help of Mr. Goodkat, who is revealed to have been manipulating events behind the scenes, Slevin orchestrates a plan to take down both crime bosses and settle the score once and for all.
The film ends with Slevin achieving his goal of avenging his parents’ deaths and walking away from the criminal underworld. He leaves behind a trail of chaos and destruction but finds closure and redemption in the process.
Overall, “Lucky Number Slevin” is a stylish and intricately plotted thriller that keeps audiences guessing until the very end. With its twists and turns, memorable characters, and dark humor, it’s a gripping tale of revenge and redemption that leaves a lasting impression.