- The film was followed by a standalone sequel titled HIT: The Second Case (2022). Sailesh Kolanu also helmed the Hindi remake of The First Case with the same title, which was released in July 2022. The story is followed up in HIT: The Second Case also directed by Sailesh with both films forming a part of the planned in the HIT Universe.
- The film’s title is an acronym for “Homicide Intervention Team”
- On 24 October 2019, the film’s ceremonial pooja was held and production for the film commenced.
- Nani and Prashanti Tipirneni produced the film under “Wall Poster Cinema” banner.
- A teaser was released on 1 January 2020 on YouTube.
- HIT: The First Case was released theatrically on 28 February 2020 and emerged as a profitable venture at the box office. The film was released on Amazon Prime Video on 1 April 2020, while the satellite rights were purchased by Gemini TV.