Killing Lionel (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2019, Killing Lionel is a crime film directed by Tim Thorne, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. After double crossing local gangster Jack Crooks, abusive husband Lionel knows that the net is closing in on him. Henchmen Eddie Bell and Percival Sullivan have got him in their sights and it's only a matter of time before they 'turn his lights out' for good! His long suffering wife Peaches also has her mind set on his demise and with the help of her friend and the weird and eccentric Dr Henrick Oldcorn, she sets the wheels in motion for his eradication. Lionel knows that his days are numbered, but he isn't about to hang about to see who gets him first, and he quickly plans his escape.
Who’s in it. Killing Lionel stars Martin Ross as Jack Crooks, Philip Alexander Baker as Eddie, Rebecca Griffiths as Waitress and Darren Lake as Lionel.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Killing Lionel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Killing Lionel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Killing Lionel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Killing Lionel (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Killing Lionel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Killing Lionel worth watching?
- Killing Lionel holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Killing Lionel?
- Killing Lionel stars Martin Ross, Philip Alexander Baker, Rebecca Griffiths and Darren Lake.
- When was Killing Lionel released?
- Killing Lionel was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.