The Killer Likes Candy (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1968, The Killer Likes Candy is an action and thriller film directed by Federico Chentrens, running about 85 minutes. “A Paid Assassin Stalks His Prey ...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Shrewd and evasive ex-Nazi and top assassin Oscar Snell is determined to rub out the King of Kafiristan. Snell's sole weakness is his sweet tooth; he leaves candy wrappers at the scene of his every crime. It's up to no-nonsense CIA agent Mark Stone to find Snell and stop him before it's too late.
Who’s in it. The Killer Likes Candy stars Werner Peters as Guardino, Kerwin Mathews as Mark, Riccardo Garrone as Nicolo and Marilù Tolo as Sylva, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Killer Likes Candy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Killer Likes Candy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Killer Likes Candy tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Killer Likes Candy (1968)?
- In GB, The Killer Likes Candy is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Killer Likes Candy worth watching?
- The Killer Likes Candy holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Killer Likes Candy?
- The Killer Likes Candy stars Werner Peters, Kerwin Mathews, Riccardo Garrone, Marilù Tolo and Bruno Cremer.
- When was The Killer Likes Candy released?
- The Killer Likes Candy was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.