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Kill the Messenger

2014 · 112 min · Director: Michael Cuesta

Kill the Messenger (2014) is a crime drama, directed by Michael Cuesta. It stars Jeremy Renner and Mary Elizabeth Winstead. It brings a real-life story to the screen. The 112-minute film holds an audience score of 6.6/10.

What Kill the Messenger Is About

Michael Cuesta's 2014 film follows a journalist who writes about the link between drug trafficking and intelligence. The story lands hard. His reputation is then attacked. The film gives its weight to what follows publication; the narrative makes how a journalist is left alone its real subject. Jeremy Renner leads. It is based on a real journalist. It draws on two books. Who it's for: those who like journalism drama. Who it's not for: viewers unprepared for the suicide reported at the close; the film states it directly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kill the Messenger about?

Michael Cuesta's 2014 film follows a journalist who writes about the link between drug trafficking and intelligence. The story lands hard.

Where can I watch Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger runs for 112 minutes (1h 52m).

When did Kill the Messenger come out?

Kill the Messenger was released in 2014.

Who directed Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger was directed by Michael Cuesta.

Who stars in Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger stars Jeremy Renner, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Michael Sheen, Ray Liotta.

What is Kill the Messenger's rating?

Kill the Messenger holds 6.9/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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