The Killing (1956): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1956 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1956, The Killing is a thriller, drama and krimi film directed by Stanley Kubrick, running about 85 minutes. “In all its fury and violence...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Career criminal Johnny Clay recruits a sharpshooter, a crooked police officer, a bartender and a betting teller named George, among others, for one last job before he goes straight and gets married. But when George tells his restless wife about the scheme to steal millions from the racetrack where he works, she hatches a plot of her own.
Who’s in it. The Killing stars Sterling Hayden as Johnny Clay, Coleen Gray as Fay, Vince Edwards as Val Cannon and Jay C. Flippen as Marvin Unger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Killing has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Killing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Killing tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch The Killing (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Killing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Killing worth watching?
- The Killing holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and krimi. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Killing?
- The Killing stars Sterling Hayden, Coleen Gray, Vince Edwards, Jay C. Flippen and Ted de Corsia.
- When was The Killing released?
- The Killing was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.