Permission to Kill (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1975, Permission to Kill is a thriller and drama film directed by Cyril Frankel, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. An unsavory intelligence agent (Dirk Bogarde) plots the downfall of a Third World political leader (Bekim Fehmiu).
Who’s in it. Permission to Kill stars Dirk Bogarde as Alan Curtis, Ava Gardner as Katina Petersen, Bekim Fehmiu as Alexander Diakim and Timothy Dalton as Charles Lord, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Permission to Kill has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Permission to Kill page.
If you liked it. Fans of Permission to Kill tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Permission to Kill (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Permission to Kill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Permission to Kill worth watching?
- Permission to Kill holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Permission to Kill?
- Permission to Kill stars Dirk Bogarde, Ava Gardner, Bekim Fehmiu, Timothy Dalton and Nicole Calfan.