The Killing (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 8

The Killing poster

Released in 2010, The Killing is a crime, drama and mystery film directed by Kirill Khrestinin, running about 77 minutes.

What it’s about. This is a story about a guy who killed a man. This is a story about a woman for whom this guy killed for. This is a story about a man who was killed. Three lives in a destructive twisted triangle. This is a story about bad choices which led to horrible fate. This is a story about love, lies, infidelity and manipulation. This is a story about blood, nightmares, forgiveness and faith. This is a story about crime and punishment. This is a story about The Killing.

Who’s in it. The Killing stars Irina Sable-Soboleva as Lena, Kirill Khrestinin as Kirill, Aleksei Kravchenko as Husband and Светлана Малюкова as Sister, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Killing sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Killing page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Killing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Killing (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Killing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Killing worth watching?
The Killing holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Killing?
The Killing stars Irina Sable-Soboleva, Kirill Khrestinin, Aleksei Kravchenko, Светлана Малюкова and Roman Prussakov.
When was The Killing released?
The Killing was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.