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A Kiss for a Killer (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1957, A Kiss for a Killer is a drama and crime film directed by Henri Verneuil, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. In Nice, the wealthy widow Betty Farnwell falls for the charms of a handsome young man, Philippe Delaroche. Mrs Farnwell is so taken with Philippe that she persuades her bank to allow him to manage her financial affairs. Philippe, an unscrupulous opportunist, is not slow to turn the situation to his advantage and within no time he is married to his wealthy benefactor. Philippe has barely grown accustomed to wearing a wedding ring when he begins a romantic liaison with his wife’s attractive secretary, Eva. It soon transpires that Eva is even more ruthless than Philippe...

Who’s in it. A Kiss for a Killer stars Henri Vidal as Philippe Delaroche, Mylène Demongeot as Eva Dollan, Isa Miranda as Betty Farnwell and Jean-Loup Philippe as Bob Farnwell, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, A Kiss for a Killer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Kiss for a Killer page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Kiss for a Killer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Kiss for a Killer (1957)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Kiss for a Killer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Kiss for a Killer worth watching?
A Kiss for a Killer holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Kiss for a Killer?
A Kiss for a Killer stars Henri Vidal, Mylène Demongeot, Isa Miranda, Jean-Loup Philippe and Simone Bach.
When was A Kiss for a Killer released?
A Kiss for a Killer was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.