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The Killing

1956 · 85 min · Director: Stanley Kubrick

The Killing (1956) is a crime drama, directed by Stanley Kubrick. It stars Sterling Hayden and Coleen Gray. The 85-minute film holds an audience score of 7.6/10.

What The Killing Is About

Stanley Kubrick's 1956 film covers a robbery planned at a racetrack. Everyone on the crew has a separate task. The plan depends on the minute. The film shows the same stretch of time again and again from different people; the narrative marks the hours with a voiceover. Sterling Hayden leads. It is among the first of the director's films to draw notice. The close arrives through a single mistake. Who it's for: those who like classic heist films. Who it's not for: viewers expecting colour and speed; the film is black and white and kept short.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Killing about?

Stanley Kubrick's 1956 film covers a robbery planned at a racetrack. Everyone on the crew has a separate task.

Where can I watch The Killing?

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

How long is The Killing?

The Killing runs for 85 minutes (1h 25m).

When did The Killing come out?

The Killing was released in 1956.

Who directed The Killing?

The Killing was directed by Stanley Kubrick.

Who stars in The Killing?

The Killing stars Sterling Hayden, Coleen Gray, Vince Edwards, Jay C. Flippen.

What is The Killing's rating?

The Killing holds 7.9/10 on IMDb and 7.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 80 out of 100.

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