FeatureCrime

Death of a Killer (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film · ★ 6

Death of a Killer poster

Released in 1964, Death of a Killer is a crime film directed by Robert Hossein, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. When Massa is released from prison, he's sure that Luciano, an old freind, is responsible for his incarceration. Massa proceeds to keep watch on Luciano, who has been living with Massa's beloved sister Maria. Feeling doubly betrayed because of his unhealthy adoration for Maria, Massa is determined to get back at Luciano and ends up in a deadly game of roulette.

Who’s in it. Death of a Killer stars Robert Hossein as Pierre Massa, Marie-France Pisier as Maria / Claudia, Simón Andreu as Luciano and Jean Lefebvre as Tony, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Death of a Killer 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 Death of a Killer page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Death of a Killer (1964)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Death of a Killer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Death of a Killer worth watching?
Death of a Killer holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Death of a Killer?
Death of a Killer stars Robert Hossein, Marie-France Pisier, Simón Andreu, Jean Lefebvre and Robert Dalban.
When was Death of a Killer released?
Death of a Killer was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.