Kill or Be Killed (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 4.1

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Released in 2016, Kill or Be Killed is a thriller, horror, mystery and western film directed by Justin Meeks, running about 103 minutes. “You reap what you sow.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In the autumn of 1900, outlaw Claude Barbee puts his 'retirement plan' in action, attempting to lead his train-robbing gang across Texas to recover a cash stash hidden after a botched railroad heist.

Who’s in it. Kill or Be Killed stars Justin Meeks as Claude 'Sweet Tooth' Barbee, Paul McCarthy-Boyington as 'Slap' Jack Davis, Gregory Kelly as Frank 'Blockey' Jackson and Deon Lucas as Goody Spotswood, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Kill or Be Killed has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kill or Be Killed page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kill or Be Killed tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kill or Be Killed (2016)?
In US, Kill or Be Killed is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Kill or Be Killed worth watching?
Kill or Be Killed holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror, mystery and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Kill or Be Killed?
Kill or Be Killed stars Justin Meeks, Paul McCarthy-Boyington, Gregory Kelly, Deon Lucas and Bridger Zadina.
When was Kill or Be Killed released?
Kill or Be Killed was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.