Killing in Istanbul (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1967, Killing in Istanbul is a fantasy, crime and adventure film directed by Yılmaz Atadeniz, running about 71 minutes.

What it’s about. Kilink visits Istanbul to grab a destructive formula which is in the hands of an once-collaborate scientist, Professor Houloussi. He murders him, kidnaps his daughter, tortures her in some gloomy dungeon, and then kidnaps more people and tortures them but still, the formula remains hidden. Meanwhile, the son of Professor Houloussi is blessed by a Devinne spirit and turns into Superman! But will he be a worthy opponent to the unbeatable and evasive master of all criminals, Kilink?

Who’s in it. Killing in Istanbul stars Yıldırım Gencer as Kilink, Irfan Atasoy as Orhan / Uçan Adam, Pervin Par as Gül and Muzaffer Tema as Professor Cemil, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Killing in Istanbul 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 Killing in Istanbul page.

If you liked it. Fans of Killing in Istanbul tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Killing in Istanbul (1967)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Killing in Istanbul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Killing in Istanbul worth watching?
Killing in Istanbul holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Killing in Istanbul?
Killing in Istanbul stars Yıldırım Gencer, Irfan Atasoy, Pervin Par, Muzaffer Tema and Suzan Avcı.
When was Killing in Istanbul released?
Killing in Istanbul was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.