Nightkill (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1980, Nightkill is a thriller, crime, horror and mystery film directed by Ted Post, running about 104 minutes. “Your throat dries, heart pounds, flesh crawls and you panic...that is the fear of...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The wife of a wealthy industrialist finds herself caught-up in a web of intrigue & murder which was created by her own deceit. When she tries to escape the results of her actions, she too falls victim to deception.
Who’s in it. Nightkill stars Robert Mitchum as Donner/Rodriguez, Jaclyn Smith as Katherine Atwell, Mike Connors as Wendell Atwell and Fritz Weaver as Herbert Childs, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Nightkill has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightkill page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nightkill tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nightkill (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nightkill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nightkill worth watching?
- Nightkill holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nightkill?
- Nightkill stars Robert Mitchum, Jaclyn Smith, Mike Connors, Fritz Weaver and Sybil Danning.
- When was Nightkill released?
- Nightkill was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.