London Kills Me (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1991, London Kills Me is a comedy and drama film directed by Hanif Kureishi, running about 107 minutes. “The boot's a hoot!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. For want of a nail a shoe was lost, for want of a shoe... a young man's life is almost lost, which is exactly what this film is all about: a man barely twenty who wants desperately to pull out of London's drug world by taking a job as a waiter in a 'normal' restaurant. But to do this he must come up with a "sensible" pair of shoes, an item that his homeless meanderings hasn't provided him.
Who’s in it. London Kills Me stars Justin Chadwick as Clint Eastwood, Steven Mackintosh as Muffdiver, Emer McCourt as Sylvie and Roshan Seth as Dr. Bubba, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, London Kills Me 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 London Kills Me page.
If you liked it. Fans of London Kills Me tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch London Kills Me (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for London Kills Me change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is London Kills Me worth watching?
- London Kills Me holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in London Kills Me?
- London Kills Me stars Justin Chadwick, Steven Mackintosh, Emer McCourt, Roshan Seth and Fiona Shaw.
- When was London Kills Me released?
- London Kills Me was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.