The Kansas City Massacre (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1975, The Kansas City Massacre is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Dan Curtis, running about 99 minutes. “The most famous shootout in history” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gangsters free one of their colleagues being escorted to prison and kill several FBI agents and local police officers in the attempt. FBI agent Melvin Purvis puts together a special squad to track down and capture the men responsible.
Who’s in it. The Kansas City Massacre stars Dale Robertson as Melvin Purvis, Bo Hopkins as Charles Arthur 'Pretty Boy' Floyd, Scott Brady as Police Commissioner Herbert Tucker McElwaine and Matt Clark as Verne Miller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Kansas City Massacre 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 The Kansas City Massacre page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kansas City Massacre tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kansas City Massacre (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kansas City Massacre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Kansas City Massacre worth watching?
- The Kansas City Massacre holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Kansas City Massacre?
- The Kansas City Massacre stars Dale Robertson, Bo Hopkins, Scott Brady, Matt Clark and John Karlen.
- When was The Kansas City Massacre released?
- The Kansas City Massacre was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.