To Kill a Priest (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1988, To Kill a Priest is a thriller, drama and history film directed by Agnieszka Holland, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. A young priest speaks out against the Communist regime in Poland and is killed for it.
Who’s in it. To Kill a Priest stars Christophe Lambert as Father Alek, Ed Harris as Stefan, Joss Ackland as Colonel and Tim Roth as Feliks, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, To Kill a Priest 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 To Kill a Priest page.
If you liked it. Fans of To Kill a Priest tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch To Kill a Priest (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for To Kill a Priest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is To Kill a Priest worth watching?
- To Kill a Priest holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in To Kill a Priest?
- To Kill a Priest stars Christophe Lambert, Ed Harris, Joss Ackland, Tim Roth and Timothy Spall.